Frustrated by The Lack of Good Job Opportunities? Here’s What to Do…

When you started looking for another job, you will agree with me that you were hopeful. With your skills and experience, you looked forward to landing a job in no time.

However, after searching for jobs and applying for numerous positions without any feedback, you started to get frustrated.

You may have asked yourself questions like: Why does it seem like there are no good job opportunities available? Or, how can you find the right job in such a competitive job market?

You are not alone. Over 40% of job seekers are frustrated in their job search because they can’t seem to find the right opportunities.

So, what can you do?

If you’re frustrated with the lack of good job opportunities in your job search, here are three things you should do:

1. Prepare

You should prepare by updating your CV, making it professional, while setting small achievable goals that will reveal progress.

For example, attending a networking event monthly is a realistic goal that may help you interact with others who are have been in the industry and they may help you secure other opportunities. Send applications online, deliver hard copies, and do follow-ups.

Dedicating yourself to be checking the companies if they are hiring again and taking time to send applications should give you hope that one day you will get that dream job. Prepare well for an interview too so that in case you are invited for an interview on short notice, you will not be off-guard.

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2. Process

Applying for every job that you come across may not be the way to go. Job hunting is strategic and you should focus on the jobs that you meet 70% of the requirements, and jobs that you are interested in. Create a list of target employers, and research to know more about the company. Knowing what the company specializes in, its goals will help you know what you should do to bring solutions and impress the employer.

3. Persistence

Job hunting is neither a walk in the park and neither is it a bed of roses. The one thing you should never do during a job search is giving up. Have a winning attitude and motivate yourself. Even the most experienced professionals spend more years looking for jobs before they land their dream jobs. You are not exceptional; you need stamina because the journey is not for the faint-hearted.

4. Patience

Sometimes things may not go the way we want though as human beings, we have a bias for instant gratification. We want our needs to be satisfied now but this may not always be the case since our priorities and those of the employers may not be the same so be patient, patience is a virtue.

5. Positioning

Before you apply for any job, identify what makes you unique from other job seekers. What value will you bring to the table? With that, pay attention to every detail in the job description and assess your skills and experience that make you a great fit for the job.  

Conclusion

Mastering the key elements and keeping the above tips in mind will enhance your chances of successfully landing your dream job.