Welcome career transitioners to the new millennium
where Web 2.0 meets Job Search 2.0!

If you’re in job search mode, you’ve quickly realized that this search is significantly different than previous ones. So what’s changed? A combination of the following:

• Slow economic recovery and national unemployment percentages.
• E-tools that enable accelerated candidate pre-sourcing/screening by recruiters and hiring managers.
• Strategies and technologies that require a dual track of both conventional and contemporary search tactics.
• Evolution of networking and branding as” key” differentiators in landing the right job faster.

Career experts all say “treat your search like a full-time job.” Spending 6–10 hours each day however does not lead to success. "How" you spend this time is the key to success and landing meaningful work in today’s marketplace.

Additionally, a new “great divide” in qualifying and reaching the right candidates has been created in recent years. This division now clearly (and quickly) separates job seekers for employer consideration. Here are some ways it does this and tips on how to remain on the right side of this divide and gain a competitive edge:

• 79% of U.S. recruiters and hiring managers google candidates as an initial step in the pre-screening process. 70%+ reject candidates based on what they find.
• 45% of companies use social networking sites to research candidates.
• Searching for passive candidates online has increased significantly as a viable recruiting source.
• TIP:  Harness social media to create a distinct professional advantage and build your network. Expand your online portfolio beyond social media enabling recruiters/hiring managers to find you.

• Focused career transitions require a target list of companies, research on their TOP (Trends, Opportunities, Problems/Projects), and determining how you can add immediate value.
• TIP:  Leverage market intelligence to identify target companies, industries, hiring decision makers, and specialized recruiters. Develop a campaign strategy on how best to reach them.
• TIP:  Pinpoint resources to tap into the hidden job market for “gem-like” opportunities.

• Solely posting to job boards, company websites, and setting up site e-alerts is the least effective way of job search. Only 20% of positions on the market are posted.
• TIP:   Identify “contemporary 2.0” strategies and tactics you can deploy to supplement your postings and expand your reach, marketability, and interview potential faster.
• TIP:   Networking is the most effective and quickest way to land a position (70%+ of hires are sourced this way). Locate and connect with the “right” people and networking groups while re-engaging your neglected network.

• Static resumes are no longer the only means of “first impressions” anymore (although a necessity for today’s job search). Learn what other marketing elements can help you compete today.
• TIP:  Develop a personal brand and use it to “consistently” to help you stand out from the crowd.
• TIP:  Ensure your resume, e-portfolio, 3-point marketing message, and elevator speech are well crafted and ready!

At Career Authenticity, you’ll work with a certified “Job Search Strategist” to develop a customized Job Search 2.0 Plan & Strategy integrating contemporary and customary tactics while unifying your brand messaging.

Contact us today and schedule a complimentary 15-minute call!

~ Enhance your marketability and brand.

~ Expand your online career portfolio & accelerate your job search. 

~ Enable recruiters to more easily find you. 

~ Establish yourself as a knowledgeable person or expert in your field.