The Hidden Market is not really hidden

The Hidden Job Market is Not really Hidden‼️

 The Hidden #job  Market (unpublished jobs) is around 80% of
job opportunities.

  It is a treasure trove waiting to be explored!

. Here’s how one can uncover some of the elusive opportunities.

⏏️  NETWORK WITH PURPOSE:

➡️  Build genuine & authentic connections both online and offline. Nurture the connections.

➡️  The Purpose is to SERVE in the first place:  Give, Share, Engage.

➡️ The ASK not to be greater than the relationship.

➡️ Most often the best leads come from Networking.

⏏️ LEVERAGE SOCIAL MEDIA

➡️ Follow companies you are targeting, on social media.

➡️  Many organizations share updates and job openings exclusively on their social media profiles.

⏏️  ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONS:

➡️ One’s Alma Mater can be a gold mine of connections.

➡️ Alumni often love helping fellow graduates

⏏️ INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

➡️  Become a member of relevant industry associations.

➡️ Attend events, webinars, and conferences to expand your network.

⏏️  TARGET COMPANIES, NOT ROLES

➡️   Customize Your Approach to specific companies you are targeting.

➡️  Research their challenges, and future plans. Craft a pitch that shows how you can contribute to their success.

⏏️ LINKEDIN

➡️   Position yourself as an industry expert.

➡️  Create & share insightful content.

➡️  This makes it easy for employers & recruiters to find you.

⏏️  INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS

➡️  Reach out to professionals (Not Hiring Managers) in your field of interest

➡️ Learn about their journeys, industry insights, &  challenges.

➡️ These conversations might just lead you to unadvertised openings.

⏏️ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

➡️ Continuously upgrade your Knowledge,  skills, Certifications, online courses.

➡️ This not only boosts one’s confidence & expertise but can catch the eye of potential employers.

⏏️  REPUTABLE  RECRUITERS

➡️ Connect with recruiters in your industry.

➡️ They often have access to unadvertised positions

⏏️  Patience and persistence are key when exploring Hidden Job Market.

Your dream job might be just a connection away,‼️

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