It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas
It’s the Holiday Season here in the US. There are parties and gift buying and taking time to be with family. And there’s job hunting, too.
If you’re looking for a new job, the holidays present some special challenges. Your mission is to adapt your job hunt to the conditions of the season.
The business world slows down at holiday time. People take time off. Others set aside time to wrap up operations or to plan for the coming year.
This can work in your favor. A company you’re interviewing with may ramp up the process to get their hiring done before the yearend. Be ready to seize any opportunities that come your way.
More often, the hiring process will slow down. If that happens, remember there isn’t anything you can do about it. Complaining might feel good, but it won’t generate anything positive and might offend someone who’s got a say in hiring you.
If your hiring process slows down, it will free up some of your time. Use that time wisely.
Work on your relationships. The holidays are filled with social events, forced and otherwise. Use them to establish or enrich your business relationships. Let your friends and family and colleagues know that you’re looking for a new job.
Work on your materials. This is the perfect time to tune up your resume, web site, and anything else that represents you to the world.
Your situation will be unique. So keep your head up and in swivel mode, looking for opportunities. Take some time to enjoy friends, family, and the holidays, but don’t neglect that job search.
