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3 Tips For Landing A Job In The Winter

26 October 2016

Judith Anderson

Wintertime might not seem like the right time to search for a new job, but it actually is. Many employers are looking for seasonal help, which can sometimes become permanent with hard work and an opening. Although there is an uptick in hiring during the winter season due to the holidays, you could still experience some trouble finding employment. Here are some tips for finding work.  

Register With a Staffing Agency

There are more than a few good reasons for registering with a staffing agency, but the main reason is that you will have access to some jobs that are not available through other avenues. To avoid the hassle that comes with in-house interviewing, many employers prefer to contract with a staffing agency to fill their needs.  

Registering not only gives you access to more jobs, but you can also get a professional assessment of your resume, learn new skills, and even receive advice on interviewing for future positions. As an added bonus, you will be in place to find a position in your desired field in the future.  

Work Your Social Networking Accounts

Your social networking connections can be used for more than just keeping up with your former classmates and friends and family. You can use your connections to track down employment in your area.  

You can send out messages to your connections and ask whether or not they are aware of jobs in your desired field. The more people you connect with, the more likely it is that you will return results. While sending out your messages, go beyond just your own friends and family. Do not be afraid to reach out to former teachers and co-workers.  

Research the Position You Want

Create a list of several employers in the area that you want to work with and do your research on each one. You need your resume or application to stand out. Remember, there is a lot of competition during the holiday season for jobs. The more your application or resume speaks to the needs of the company, the more likely it is that you will get a call for an interview.  

If possible, try to submit your resume or application in person if there are some weak areas in your employment or experience history. By meeting the hiring manager in person, you have a chance to explain some of those weaknesses and also make the case for why he or she should give your resume a second look. 

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