How to find a “heterosexual” job in 2022

It's almost the end of the year. If you are still “helpless” to find a destination, then you will probably need to consult some unique ways to find work. Changing times require people to change, and so do job hunting.

How long will it take to find a new job?

A new job is usually not an easy goal to get results right away and always. It is a process that can usually take months. If you are not prepared for that mentality, there will be times when you feel depressed and hopeless, feel suspicious of yourself. 

You will inevitably be confused when the journey to find a job lasts

Apparently, the prolonged effects of the pandemic such as: many businesses stop doing business, which leads to an increase in the number of people who quit (objectively and actively).

But in general, the total waiting time from the submission of the CV to the official departure takes at least 3-5 weeks. In it, the time to receive a job offer after an interview usually takes 2 weeks. Higher level positions can take longer. 

It is not taken into account the number of job applications and application documents and the recruitment process of each employer. Some companies will have faster processes, while others may be a little slower. In addition, a variety of objective factors can influence these estimates. For example, the volatile situation of Finance and international politics can affect your industry in some way. Or your local economic conditions. These are objective factors that are out of your control.

But there's one factor in your hands: how flexible it is while looking for a job, how much time you spend looking for new jobs, and the ability to be willing to accept jobs left in your industry or in new positions.

What to do to speed up and shorten time?

Try some strategies to give yourself the best chance:

1.Expanding the relationship network

70-85% of professionals rely on their network to look for new job opportunities. That means skill, professional competence is not all. Social relationships are also an important source for you to take advantage of the informal job market. Let's take a look how to expand the relationship that ViralHire has guided.

2.Out more

The Internet helps you find new jobs and send CVs easily. But have you ever thought about meet the recruiter in person? This tip can have positive effects on industries where direct customer contact is required, e.g. retail, restaurants, tour guides… 

Of course, consider if you don't see any personnel recruitment panels outside. Call in advance to make an appointment to avoid placing the employer in a passive position. 

3.Adjust expectations

After too long to wait, try to think about lowering your expectations. Sometimes, what you need is to take a step back or step aside. Who knows, on that detour, you learn from practical experiences, new perspectives that help you when you are ready both in terms of competence and the opportunity to return to the right direction for your dream job?

Trying a new job is sometimes not a career step back 

4.Location flexibility

If before the pandemic you just wanted to live in your hometown, or where you have been attached since graduation, Now, why not be more flexible? Maybe at the other end of the country, or in the middle are very ‘ thirsty’ people like you? It is possible that such work requires you to spend 1-3 years abroad. Or simply the new job just requires you to go to another district, causing you to rent a new home. If you are flexible about where you live, you may find that finding work is much easier.

5.Social media highlights

Surely you have heard that one of the reasons Sophie Turner – the star of the TV series “Game Of Thrones” won the role of Sansa Stalk is because she has a higher following than other applicants? Personal branding online makes it easier for you to stand out from other candidates, also making it easy for your name to spread to employers. Build a consistent image on social networks, including LinkedIn, and don't forget to link CVs from ViralHire to show professionalism. You can even write self – promotion articles on professional groups (don't forget the attached CV link). You can't tell when an employer happened to read that article and immediately called you. 

6.Find a job as if it's your main job

Actually, this is a basic thing that many people miss. You can't complain about not finding a good job if you don't focus on it. At least spend a certain number of hours a day rummaging through ViralHire to see. You already know that while you haven't found a job, you can won a scholarship related to that employment on CareerStart? Did you know that you can find a job at a university if you drop your CV into all the schools in ViralHire's network of partner universities? A lot of opportunities are available if you have open mindset with the time and effort you deserve.

7.Polishing your CV

And last but never before important: be featured in CV. And maybe you're a little shy, but one a deep, enthusiastic application letter is always a plus in addition to the necessary skills and experience. Let's identify your employer thoroughly, to understand their tastes, and adjust what you write in your CV to hit the psyche. 

Make you the person who is needed by many parties, instead of always focusing on the jobs, areas, businesses that you want.

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