Apart from posing a serious health risk, COVID-19 has also terribly affected the global economy, triggering mass layoffs and pay cuts. Finding a new job has become tougher than it used to be but the need for a steady source of income is now more than ever.
So, here are my top 5 job tips for job searching in COVID-19:
- Don't lose hope - They say that 'maybe all the doors are closed so you could open one that leads you the perfect road' for a reason. Even in this grim scenario, there are opportunities lurking in every corner. You just have to make an extra effort to find them. While many companies across several sectors have certainly put their recruitment activities in halt or perhaps, have slowed it down, the pharmaceutical industry is booming at this point, owing to the pandemic.
- Try some flexible working - It isn't just your body that needs to do yoga in these times but also your job preferences. You may or may not get your old job back and find a new one just like your previous job might be a very tough nut to crack. But how long can you go on without earning? Perhaps, you should start thinking about taking temporary job positions, freelance or work remotely. There are several job portals like Snypjobs.com that features plenty of work-from-home based and flexible job openings.
- Keep a track of the changes going in your old workplace - The lay off at your old workplace is likely to be temporary. In such a case, you might have a chance of getting your old job back! You can send an email to your employer to remind them why you are indispensable in your job role. Who knows you might hear back from them, after all?
- Build your online network - This is a great time for you to let the recruiters in LinkedIn know that you are looking for a job opportunity. A significant percentage of the population get hired through their new or existing social network connections. So, start mingling right away and who knows it might lead you to your next paycheck?
- Be patient and take care of yourself - The hiring process might be a little slow and different from what you are used to. It will be wise to prepare yourself for other alternatives to face-to-face interviews like telephonic interview, etc. You must be patient and it is a given, that you must take care of yourself. Because hey, if you don't, then even if you get the job, you most likely won't be able to work!