As companies change the way they look for talent, talent too has to change the way it goes about looking for a job. Here are five ways candidates need to adapt to the new-age employers.
Build USP for job market
There may be hundreds of people applying for job. And even if you have all the required skill sets, the recruiter may ignore you. Reason: You did not brand and market yourself well. This will require you to be clear and confident about the characteristics that can be your USP in the job market.
Know your job fit
Know the function and the role you will excel in and enjoy being part of. Be targeted in applying for vacant positions. Do not apply to every job listing that comes your way. Job hunting is not a hit and trial method anymore. Know your job fit. Don’t waste your time trying to get the wrong job.
Create online footprint
Recruiters know you are real only if you exist on social and professional networking sites with lots of photos, blogs and other activities. But be careful: your online image, if found to be unprofessional, can turn away potential employers.
Always be open to change
In this era of job portals, you may get a call from a recruiter. These are opportunities that let you understand the market requirements and how recruiters are categorizing you or seeing the potential of your profile.
Clarity in your profile
Lastly, how you project yourself in your profile, post your updates on a job site matters the most. Have a clean and clear resume; use the right keywords on online job portals. Make sure your CV does not end up confusing the recruiters or else you will end getting calls for the wrong jobs!
Reference: Jobs & careers
