Your client is drowning in online job search options. How can you guide them to the perfect match?

1. Start with a detailed discussion to identify his/her career objectives and key priorities. 2. Recommend platforms tailored to the industry, experience level, and job type. 3. Set up targeted job alerts using specific keywords and filters. 4. Ensure his/her CV and online profile is aligned with the job roles he/she is targeting. 5. Encourage leveraging professional networks and reaching out to connections for referrals. 6. Help him/her create a system to track applications, follow-ups, and responses efficiently.

Go to Gemini and ask: What are the top job boards for those in this function? That will pull up an additional list of resources. Go into Google and do this: "post a job" then the function. That will pull up still more. Go into Google and do this: "association" then function, that will pull up associations with job boards for members in specific functions.

The very first step, before having a career goal, is to have a clear understanding of your own strengths and skills, and which of those you truly enjoy doing. Without doing that self examination, all six remaining steps are potentially useless. Have a clear understanding of what you enjoy and of those things which you are skilled in. That takes self examination and looking at your past in a systematic way.

When your client is overwhelmed by online job options, help them clarify their career goals, teach them how to refine their search criteria, guide them in leveraging their network for targeted opportunities, and encourage a focus on quality over quantity in applications.

Resumes can't be treated like a rubber-stamp! It's not 1 size fits all. Very regularly - have a look at your Resume and update it to your learnings, certifications and experiences! ALWAYS look at what the advertisement is asking of the candidates and tailor it accordingly!!!

Resume refinement helps career counseling clients by highlighting their most relevant skills and experiences, making their applications stand out to employers. By tailoring the resume to specific job roles, clients can better match job requirements, improving their chances of being noticed. This targeted approach saves time and reduces overwhelm by focusing on suitable job vacancies, rather than applying broadly. Additionally, a well-crafted resume can boost a client’s confidence, making them more proactive in their job search and interviews. Ultimately, resume refinement aligns a client’s qualifications with job opportunities, leading to a more effective and efficient job search.

1. Guide the client to assess skills and qualifications. 2. The client to list down their key skills, experiences, and qualifications while tailoring the resume with the job descriptions. 3. Include keywords in their resume as it is ATS friendly. 3. All of this increases the likelihood of finding a role where they can excel.

1. Networking can be powerful if used well. 2. Ask the client to reach out to the contacts on the professional networking sites for specific job roles for information, advice or referrals as seen appropriate. 3. Attend industry events NHRD, SHRM etc 4. There can be valuable insights which the client can have access to even before submitting for the job role.

You never loose in meeting new people, more so in professional circles. Whilst I do not endorse "brown nosing" - make and present yourself friendly and professional. Get to know people withing the job-circle you hope to be in. Just know - before you put your hand out - people are looking at you.

1. It is advisable to focus on quality over quantity. 2. Advise the client to focus on applying to a select number of high-quality opportunities rather than a wider range of opportunities. 3. Applying to too many jobs can lead to burnout. 4. Tailor each resume and cover letter to the specific job. 5. A well-crafted application has the potential to stand out. 5. It is advisable to evaluate the company culture through networking or acquaintances or reading glassdoor reviews etc.

Go thru listing with a fine-tooth comb! Look at what they're asking and know IF you have what they want. Keep in mind - don't ever sell yourself short. You just might have what it takes to ground the job you want!!!!!!!

It won't hurt to ask the recruiter or agency or employer what is the status of your application and subsequent interview you did. Some employers may have honestly forgotten or just don't have the time to do so. Yes - they are busy too and it's not intentional to update you.