How To Job Hunt During The Coronavirus Pandemic

How To Job Hunt During The Coronavirus Pandemic

By Caroline Castrillon

April 6, 2020

Summary

While it may seem appropriate to sit back and wait, this isn't a time to postpone your job hunt.

By developing effective job search strategies now, you'll be ahead of your peers when the situation finally normalizes.

Kickstart your job hunt by increasing your digital presence.

If you're looking for a job in marketing, you could join LinkedIn's Global Marketing and Communications Professionals group.

While some companies are still hiring, the interview process is taking longer than usual.

If you reach out to a company during your job hunt and they aren't hiring now, check back in a month so you can stay top of mind.

Are they supporting workers or laying them off? As part of your job hunt, also consider setting up informational interviews via phone or Skype chat.

Has the pandemic impacted overall company strategy or hiring goals?

Your job hunt should also include time to bolster your qualifications.

Just because some companies aren't hiring now or have laid off employees doesn't mean they won't be recruiting in the future.

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