September marks an important time in the job market as companies refocus on year-end goals and rush to fill key positions.
If landing a new role this year is a top priority for you, now’s the time to take action!
Why September is Prime Hiring Season
Many organizations, with new budgets and a fresh push to meet targets, ramp up their hiring in the fall.
The “September surge” is real—job postings increase, and companies are eager to fill roles before the holiday season kicks in.
We're seeing this happening live with our clients seeing a boost in interview opportunities.
For prepared mid-career professionals, this is an ideal season to stand out.
3 Ways You Can Accelerate Your Job Search
1. Revamp Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile:
Ensure your resume clearly showcases significant accomplishments, uses targeted keywords, and is tailored to the roles you’re pursuing.
It’s not enough to have a great resume.
➡ Your resume MUST spell out the results you’ve delivered for past employers that are a match for the role you’re applying for.
And, it must do this in the top tier of the first page of your resume.
If it passes the ATS systems, your resume will be scanned by a human for a few seconds.
Why not make it scan-friendly so they can immediately see that you have the requirements for the role?
➡ Your LinkedIn profile must also be optimized to attract interest from recruiters and hiring managers.
This requires deep insights into what to put where in your profile so it positions you as a match for the role you want.
2. Be Proactive:
Even though your optimized LinkedIn profile will generate more interest from hiring officials, don’t wait for jobs to come to you.
Reach out directly to your network, to hiring managers, attend networking events, and connect with industry peers on LinkedIn.
Let your network know you’re open to new opportunities.
And learn how to find and build relationships with third-party recruiters who can help you gain access to attractive, well-paying roles that may not be posted.
3. Follow Up and Stay Engaged:
After applying, follow up with hiring managers to express your continued interest.
Engaging with them keeps you top of mind and demonstrates your enthusiasm.
Ready to Fast-Track Your Job Search?
Then join me next week for my next live masterclass:
Master Your Mid-Career Job Search: 4 Steps to Stand Out & Get Hired Fast!
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See you!