How to Job Search During Coronavirus

Hi Isodifj,  Quarantine and social distancing make normal daily activities more challenging, let alone a job search. Some have even asked us if they should continue their job search efforts during this time. The answer is yes! You can continue your search at this time, but you will need to adjust your strategy.  We have compiled some tips that we have shared with our clients to help you below: Continue networking, just give people more time to respond. Keep in mind that many professionals are working from home with their kids or running errands for older family members. Once you write someone, give them at least five business days to respond. Join LinkedIn groups. This is a great way to learn what’s going on in your industry, ask questions (who's hiring?), even make new connections. During this time people are more willing to help their connections. If you see that someone in the group is really active, reach out to them privately to talk to them further.  Follow companies that you are interested in on Twitter and set up alerts. They may post information about job opportunities there. Set up job alerts for "remote work", "flex work", "contract work" on Indeed and LinkedIn and Glassdoor.com. Reach out to former employers. Ask them how they are managing the current situation and ask them if there is anything you can do to help them during this time? Can you assist them with a project or help them work through a specific task to pitch in? This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door. Check out more tips here! And remember, we are in this together. Need to Talk? Warmly,   Hallie Crawford  This email was sent to file10.file10@blogger.com by hallie@halliecrawford.com Update your email preferences.  Opt out of your email subscription.