It happens time and again. Someone loses their job, but it’s not the specific job they are upset about losing. It is because they are now jobless. Many people hold jobs that they are not particularly attached to or invested in. If you have recently lost a job that fits this description, then read on to discover the five steps to securing a better job.
Step 1: Embrace a Simpler Lifestyle to Increase Your Career Options.
Decide what is most important to you in your ideal career. If it is vital to maintain your current lifestyle, then the salary offered will be the driving force behind all your decision. If you are open to embracing a less extravagant lifestyle, this will open up a whole slew of career choices for you to explore.
Step 2: Determine Your Career Necessities.
To target your job search into a certain field, determine your career necessities. In other words, discover what you need in a job for you to feel fulfilled and happy. Once you find out what is nonnegotiable, tell your entire network. Someone within your network may have a career suggestion for you based on this.
Step 3: Train for Your Career Path.
Once you know your career path, you will probably need to undergo some training. Keep in mind that there may be multiple possible routes and, if there are, choose the most time-efficient one. You probably don’t have the time or money to complete another degree.
Try to come up with an alternative that will give you some practical training within the field. A great option is to enlist the help of a few experts in the field. Ask them what you should read, what workshops or seminars you should attend, and even if they would allow you to shadow them in their jobs.
Step 4: Perform An Intensive Job Search.
Most people are sporadic in their job search. They may answer one or two ads a week, not utilize their networks, and keep their job search part-time. Those that search for jobs in this manner are unlikely to succeed.
Your job search will be quicker, more encouraging, and more successful if you perform an intensive job search. Apply for multiple job opportunities in your desired field for which you are qualified, enlist the help of your network, and utilize the potential of the hidden job market by conducting cold calls. By making your job search a full-time activity, you will quickly become more successful.
Step 5: Negotiate Wisely.
When you receive a job offer, remember to negotiate wisely. It can be effective to delay negotiations by asking to set up an appointment at a later date. By telling the employer that you have received another offer, you will be strengthening your position.
Delaying negotiations will give you time to sense what you could reasonably negotiate, as well as help you to gauge whether or not this job is a perfect fit for you.
Are you considering a big career move? What other info can you share with fellow job seekers? Comment and share below! If you need help in your search, reach out to Candace for assistance!