Your 2025 Job Search Checklist

If you consider to change your job but have no idea, where to start? Fear not—I've got you covered!

Gone are the days of simply updating your CV, clicking "apply," and waiting for the phone to ring. Job searching in 2024 is a whole new game, and I’m here to make sure you’re prepared to win it.

Here’s a no-nonsense checklist for landing more job offers in 2025.

?? LinkedIn Profile

Let’s face it—LinkedIn is your new best friend.

1. Headline: Align it with your goal, and include keywords.
2. About Section: Make it impressive, include metrics.
3. Job Titles: Choose from the LinkedIn menu.
4. Skills: Add 15+ relevant skills under each position.
5. Job Descriptions: Impact counts more than listing the tasks.?

?? CV

CV is your professional snapshot of your skills.

1. Personal Details: Remove personal info, photo, your cat’s name.
2. Career Summary: Get the recruiter’s attention with a strong summary
3. Skills: Show off your top 12-15 skills.
4. Job Description: Focus on results, not just “tasks completed.”

?? Job Application

Apply smartly, not widely:

1. Set Alerts: Get notified of target jobs in your dream locations.
2. Reach Out: Connect and send a quick message to recruiters.
3. Engage: Like and follow company pages, and mark “interested”!

?? Networking

I know—it can feel awkward, but networking is key.

1. Headhunters: Reach out to the relevant headhunters.
2. Comments Section: Engage in conversations.
3. Target Companies: Make a list of companies you love, and start connecting with potential colleagues and hiring managers.?

?? Visibility and Personal Branding

Time to make the world know you.

1. Network with Decision-Makers: Get in front of those who matter.
2. Create Content: Post something insightful, drop a few comments, or contribute to LinkedIn AI Pulse articles. Make people notice you (in a good way).

I get it—it can feel like a lot. But take it step-by-step, and soon, you’ll be a pro at the modern job search!

If you’d like my professional support along the way, check out my VIP Job Search Support, or just send me a message.

Wishing you all the best in your career change. Let it be as smooth and speedy as possible!

Your Job Search Coach Inuta

(the one who celebrates your win with a cake??)

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Hi, I’m Inuta Sert. A Career Coach and former Executive Recruiter in Türkiye. I help mid to senior-level professionals in securing more interviews and getting the right job in Türkiye and abroad.

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