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Struggling with your job search? Here’s how to tap into the Hidden Job Market.
Did you know that up to 80% of jobs are never advertised publicly?
Why?
It’s simple.
Companies want the best talent, the right fit and they want it urgently.
How do they get it?
They tap into the Hidden Job Market
Well, they might put up a SEEK ad..
But if they want to find the best talent fast, this probably won’t be their first step.
We commonly see the following methods being used:
- Internal promotions/referrals.
- Industry connections and Networking events.
- Recruitment agencies, because we have access to the best talent in the market and understand how important it is to find the right fit quickly.
Your Keys to these Hidden Opportunities
Proactivity is key.
These opportunities won’t come to you, you will have to go out and find them.
This is how you do it:
- Leverage your Network – Stay in touch with past colleagues, engage on LinkedIn, and schedule informational interviews. These connections can alert you to roles before they’re publicly advertised.
- Join Professional Associations – Industry groups and associations often know about unlisted job openings. Attend events, network, and stay involved to hear about hidden opportunities.
- Use Recruitment Agencies – that’s what we are here for. We want to learn more about you, your skills and where you want to go so we can link you with the best opportunities’.
Is it worth the effort?
You tell me..
Would you prefer to be applying to another job post that’s a week old and already has 100 other applicants?
No – what you want is what this hidden job market offers:
If you’d like to learn more about how to find your next career opportunity, or if you are an employer looking to find that right candidate, send me an email or give me a call.
Because I’m tapped into the Hidden Job Market every day, and I’d love to help you access it too.
- Less Competition – Fewer applicants meaning a competitive edge.
- Higher Job Satisfaction – If you are referred; either by a friend, colleague or recruiter, it’s more likely you’ll find a better match, because they know you and what you are really looking for.
- Access to more Senior Roles – Because of the need for the best talent and the right fit, this is where you will find a lot of higher-level positions.
If you’d like to learn more about how to find your next career opportunity, or if you are an employer looking to find that right candidate, send me an email or give me a call.
Because I’m tapped into the Hidden Job Market every day, and I’d love to help you access it too.
Rutherford Kennedy
Senior Consultant
Rutherford joined the team at Optimum in September 2022 with a background in law and customer service…
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