Online Job Search: Finding a Job Online

Online Job Search: Finding a Job Online

The days of circling job adverts in newspaper classifieds and looking for ‘help wanted’ signs are over thanks to the internet. It is impossible to imagine looking for a job opportunity anywhere else but online. The internet has become the biggest newspaper, network and notice board all rolled into one. For this reason, it’s the ideal place to start looking for a job. Doing an online job search is the best way to narrow down your opportunities. Although competitive and overwhelming, with the basic understanding on searching and applying correctly, you can increase your chances of leaping ahead of your competition and landing your dream job. Although the opportunities are vast online, finding a job can be a daunting task to many. With the tips below, you’ll learn useful tips on how to search for a job online.

Focus and be specific

Once you find the ideal job search engines, only select those specific jobs and employers that interest you and focus your efforts on these. Present a clear message of the kind of a person you are, accomplishments and your contributions to the employer. Many mistakes that online job seekers make is to apply for anything and everything. Ensure that you know the kind of job you want so that you can focus all your efforts on that area and improve on it. Unless you are qualified in that area, do not waste your time clicking the apply button.

Create an online presence

Be find-able online because recruiters will have an easy time finding you when searching for qualified applicants. Many applications made online are from unqualified applicants (resume spammers) and this compels recruiters to search for their good and qualified clients. With a visible online presence, preferably LinkedIn and personal blogs, employers looking for qualified candidates will get to you.

When ready, focus on your visibility and get the right keywords in the right areas. Ensure to include a professional version of your name, qualifications, current location and education among others. Use these keywords in areas such as LinkedIn profile, group activities and posts, social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter and in your resume . With your online presence, recruiters will be able to verify that the facts on your resume/application match your online portfolio. This will make you the perfect fit for their organization.

Best job sources

Networking is the quickest way to get a new job. Keep in touch with the people you already know and go out there to meet new people. Also, make a list of target employers and follow them on their sites and social media profiles to know what they’re looking for and when they have openings. Use job boards and classified Ads but be careful not to use scam job boards that want to collect your personal information or run away with your hard-earned money.

For your online job search make use of Google and you’ll be amazed at how many opportunities are awaiting you.. Be cautious when looking for these jobs because many scammers are taking advantage of the internet to rip you off.

 

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