Unwrap Success: Your Festive Guide to Holiday Job Hunting!

Let's call it what it is, the Christmas and New Year holiday and now let's navigate your job search during the holiday season as it CAN BE fruitful with the right approach...SOME companies are still open, SOME companies are still hiring so ith that...

Here are some quick tips to help you unwrap your own success!

1. Year-End Job Boards Check: Some companies have budget allocations that need to be used by the end of the fiscal year. Keep a close eye on job boards, and the executives in your network, as there might be a surge in job postings. No joke we reiceved three on Saturday!
2. Update Your LinkedIn Profile: Use the holiday downtime to refresh your LinkedIn profile. Showcase any recent achievements, update your headline, and ensure your profile picture is professional.
3. Virtual '12 Days of Networking': Engage in a "12 Days of Networking" challenge. Connect with a new professional every day for twelve days, expressing your interest in their work and industry. It's a unique, ACCOUNTABLE way to expand your network.
4. Holiday Networking: Reach out to professional contacts for virtual coffee chats. Many organizations host festive gatherings, providing opportunities to connect with professionals in a more relaxed setting before the holidays during the holidays people have to be at the office but don't necessarily want to be actually working :)
5. And with that...Volunteer for Seasonal Opportunities: Explore volunteer opportunities related to your field during the holidays.This a great way to give back, AND it may also open doors to new connections and potential job leads.
6. Seasonal Greetings in Applications: Inject a bit of holiday cheer into your application emails. A brief seasonal greeting can add a personal touch and make a hiring manager smile.
7. Set Realistic Goals: Understand that the job search pace might be slow so set realistic expectations and focus on quality applications rather than quantity.
8. Year-End Reflection: Reflect on your accomplishments and goals achieved throughout the year. Use this insight to update your resume and prepare for potential interview questions about your achievements...the time is now!
9. Professional Development: Dedicate some time to online courses or certifications that enhance your skills. Give yourself a good reason why not..
10. Optimize Job Alerts: Adjust your job alert settings on job boards to receive targeted notifications. Use specific keywords related to your desired job to streamline your search.BONUS: Stay Active on Social Media: Share industry-related content, engage in discussions, and follow companies and people you're interested in on social media platforms...don't stalk or be annoying but be active the presence will increase your visibility within your community.

Remember be kind to yourself.

This is also a time for you to relax and enjoy some time off too.

Wishing you a successful and joyful job search today, tomorrow and always... or until you find your career home anyway :)

Happy Holidays

Happy Everyday ??

Jessica Glazer is the founder of MindHR INC an executive headhunting, career coaching and resume writing company based in Montreal, Canada