Mastering the Holiday Job Hunt

• October 23, 2024
• Posted in Career Best Practices

You may think the phrases “job hunt” and “holiday season” couldn’t possibly be in the same sentence – or mindset. But in fact, the opposite is true. There are some solid reasons to move ahead with your search with November & December right around the corner. Whether you are searching for a seasonal position during [...] Read More

Managing Your Job Search: Tips for Staying Organized and Motivated

• December 20, 2023
• Posted in Career Best Practices

It can be tough to stay motivated when you’re job hunting, especially if you’ve been at it for a while. And the holiday season doesn’t help. You may also be feeling a bit overwhelmed as you try to keep track of all your applications, follow-up work, contacts and connections, and deadlines. As the year winds [...] Read More

Don’t Be a Turkey! How to Find a Job, Even During the Holidays

• November 3, 2017
• Posted in Career Best Practices

It’s hard to believe: the 2017 holiday season is upon us! If you’re looking for work, it can be tempting to throw in the towel…

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Don’t Let the Holiday Season Impede Your Job Search

• November 21, 2014
• Posted in Career Best Practices

You may be inclined to suspend your job search during the holiday season on the theory that no one will be hiring from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day.Big mistake!On the contrary, this could be an optimal time to gain an advantage, while other job seekers are distracted or taking some time off. Moreover, many companies [...] Read More

Don’t Let the Holidays Hinder Your Job Search

• November 18, 2014
• Posted in Career Best Practices

The holidays are often a frustrating time for job seekers. Hiring managers and recruiters can be more focused on completing administrative year-end paperwork than on recruiting. However, John Rossheim of Monster claims that the end of the year may also provide a window of opportunity for job seekers. The candidate pool all but disappears at [...] Read More