Finding a new job can be both scary and exciting at the same time. On one hand, you may envision what your next opportunity would look like and how you can progress in your career. At the same time, you may feel overwhelmed about the various tasks relating to finding a new job or when you will get a job.
Whether you are fresher and looking for your first job or an experienced professional looking for a new job to get a better opportunity, the following tips can help you find a new job.
Make or update your Resume
First things first, if your Resume has been not been updated since your last job, it is time to work on it. If you are looking for your first job, you must make a fresh one. Your chances of finding a new job greatly depend on how good or bad your Resume is; it should be appealing to your potential new employer.
Think of a Resume as marketing collateral that tells the reader, recruiter, or the HR representative about your knowledge, skills, experience and expertise in a way that they believe you are the ideal candidate for the job. It is best advised to create a base version of the Resume with all the necessary elements and then tweak it for the specific job or organisation you are applying for.
Let the perfect job find you
With online job portals and applications, finding a new job has become a lot easier than before. You can sign-up with the various job portals and apply for the various postings listed on the portal. When you register on these portals, you must upload your Resume and cover letter and make it accessible for the recruiters who use these portals to find suitable candidates for the vacancies they have.
You can shortlist the openings by applying various filters on the portals like designation, education qualification, location, salary range, etc. When you register on the job portals, the recruiter may find you, and it is one of the best ways to get your dream job.
Be interview-ready
When you register on the job portals, you may start getting calls almost immediately for an interview. Hence, it would help if you always were interview-ready. Depending on the type of job you are looking for, make sure that you stay on top of the latest happenings in your industry and be up to date with the trends.
Be ready to face specific questions from HR or the recruiter and have your answer ready. This will help you express yourself better and showcase the skills, experience and expertise that the recruiter may be looking for.
Keep practising
Whether you are a fresher or an experienced professional, it is natural to feel anxious during the interview, whether it is an in-person or virtual interview. Do your homework well about the company and the interviewer. Please read the job description a few times before the interview to demonstrate that you have what it takes to fill the role.
Decide beforehand what you want to convey in the interview about how you are an ideal fit for the role. You can practice doing a mock interview. This will help you ace the actual interview, and you will have better chances of getting the job.
Final Word
Now that you know the tips to get the dream job, do your due diligence and make the most of the opportunities that come your way.
The author, Dr. David K Simson is a trained radiation oncologist specializing in advanced radiation techniques such as intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) / Rapid Arc, stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT), stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). He is also experienced in interstitial, intracavitary, and intraluminal brachytherapy.
