5 additional ways to improve your job search for the New Year

Kenya's?job market is changing. While some industries are experiencing a decline, many industries continue to struggle with labour shortages, which is good news for newcomers.

So if you’re planning to get a job in Kenya, it’s important to get the latest labor market information.

A solid job search strategy and resume will lead to more job interviews.

Understand what sectors and professions are growing?

Are you planning to change your job or switch your career to a field that can provide a better prospect of employment??Before you do, you might want to consider which types of jobs are expected to have increased openings within the coming years.?

MyJobMag Job Trend tool provides an easy way for you to research skill or job role trends in Kenya. It provides 3-year data on how employers hire for these roles. It can be useful when you are trying to understand the prospects of your current role or considering a career shift. Students can also be guided in choosing the right course of study at the University. Finally, the tool is an asset for career researchers and advisors.

Try it out HERE

Identify what do Kenyan employers want from Job Seekers.

Do you know what Kenyan employers want from job seekers?

It is no news that the level of unemployment in Kenya is relatively high as more than?5 million young Kenyans are currently unemployed. With the number of people searching for jobs in Kenya, getting one is not a walk in the park.

While thousands of job seekers chase the few available jobs in Kenya, Kenyan employers have become strict and picky about the kind of job candidates they would love to hire.?

Gone are the days when getting a University degree was all you need to land a job in Kenya. These days, employers in Kenya look beyond your degree, in fact, a survey shows that?nearly half of the Kenyan employers are dissatisfied with the skills level of university leavers joining the job market.

No doubt, the Kenyan job market has become more difficult, but we know there are questions you would love to ask like:

• What do employers in Kenya want from job seekers?
• How can I prove to Kenyan employers that I am the candidate they are looking for?

Find the answers to these questions (HERE)

Is your CV good enough to land your dream job?

The road to your dream job begins with a great CV. Invest in a 'good' CV [not cosmetics] and cover letter, and familiarise yourself with the Application Tracking System (ATS) this can't be over-emphasized.

Using our free CV builder, you can create your free ATS CV. Our CV builder tool makes sure that your CV's content is properly organized and aligned.

In addition to offering CV writing assistance, we regularly scan our database for qualified people to fill open positions with our clients. If your profile is complete and up to date, you will instantly be given the chance to be contacted for interviews while you are sleeping.

Try it out now (HERE)

Do you have a great LinkedIn profile

Don't sleep on your LinkedIn profile. A good profile will get you headhunted. Your profile is your CV.

If you are seriously seeking a job, LinkedIn is where to be; LinkedIn is the social media platform for professionals; the platform is mainly for connecting people and entities in similar industries to ease networking.

Practically every serious professional is on LinkedIn and you have to get with the program if you are seeking a job.

However, there are certain things you have to be acquainted with if you want your search to be successful. There are so many accounts on the platform and as a job seeker, you don't want your profile to be lost amongst the multitude; you want to stand out.

Find out how to create a good profile (HERE)

Practice common interview questions

Interviews are one of the most popularly used devices for employee selection. We have set 100 Possible Questions and Answers that will help you to prepare for the Interview.

Read the Article Here: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/blog/top-100-job-interview-questions-and-answers-1

Take care of yourself

No job search is easy. Even the best is stressful, time-consuming, and anxiety-inducing. To?prevent burnout, it’s important you take care of yourself mentally and physically.

With?all you have to do, don’t forget to exercise, eat nutritious meals, and get enough sleep. These are equally necessary to keep your body healthy and your mind functioning at its best. They also keep?stress levels in check.

If things get extra stressful, you may need to adopt extra strategies. We recommend yoga, breathing exercises, or walks in the park daily. Take at least one day a week to pursue hobbies, treat yourself, or be otherwise disconnected.

Make this year your year

Unlike other New Year’s resolutions, the jobs search comes with a definitive finish line: landing a new job. This makes it easier to plan a strategy, stay focused, and measure your success. With these six tips, you can better prepare yourself for the year to come and propel yourself toward that goal.