A 7-Step Job Search Plan To Beat The Tough Economy
A 7-Step Job Search Plan To Beat The Tough Economy
A 7-Step Job Search Plan To Beat The Tough Economy
By Robert Hellmann
October 21, 2020
Summary
Job searches go faster when job-seekers first take a step back to plan strategically.
Think of it this way; your "Job" in a job search is to be a world-class consultative salesperson, for yourself.
Here's a seven step job search plan that has gotten results for my clients, and that any great salesperson would appreciate.
Which keywords, phrases, skills and experience would gain their interest? Find out by researching a) the words and phrases used in job postings, b) the LinkedIn profile content of those that do what you want to do, c) online publications for your field, d) blog posts and articles of relevant thought-leaders, and e) the "Investors" section on public company websites.
Does your job target have enough potential so that your search won't become a years-long odyssey? By "Potential," I mean the number of positions that exist, whether open or filled.
You want to fish in a sea with a lot of fish so you're more likely to catch one! Try to target roughly 200 potential positions, to help ensure you can complete your search in two to four months.
Spend the remaining 20% of your time on the "Passive" channels for getting interviews - job postings and search firms.
Aim to let at least 200 people know about your search.
Then segment your outreach by those who will receive a) a mass "Your help requested" email vs. individual emails, b) a highly personalized vs. templated email, and c) an informational meeting request vs. a referral request or simply an update on your job search.
In the document, include a) your job target, b) how you can help/what differentiates you, and c) a list of the better known organizations that you're targeting, with the hope that they'll more likely think of someone they can refer you to if they see the organization names.
Reference
Hellmann, R. (2020, October 21). A 7-Step Job Search Plan To Beat The Tough Economy. Retrieved October 25, 2020, from https://www.forbes.com/sites/roberthellmann/2020/10/21/a-7-step-job-search-plan-to-beat-the-tough-economy/