The start of a new year brings feelings of hope and renewal. And, many of us tend to make New Year resolutions that could hopefully make our lives even better.
We promise ourselves that we will start paying more attention to our health and wellness, invest time into self-growth and development, and some even make it their resolution to focus on their career in the year ahead.
Whether you are looking to move up in your current field or want to find a whole new gig, making a few resolutions for the new year can help jumpstart your motivation.
From working on your resume, preparing for interviews, or upgrading existing skills, these five ideas are sure to help jump-start your career or make significant progress at your job.
When was the last time you had a look at your resume and updated it? It’s quite likely that you’ve gained some new skills and experiences that may be missing from your current resume.
Make it one of your resolutions for the year to review and edit your resume, even if you don’t plan on applying anywhere. It’s recommended to update your resume periodically before you lose track of the information you need.
Not sure where to start? Check out these 5 tips for writing a resume and learn how to make your resume stand out in a sea of applicants!
LinkedIn is the go-to social network for professionals. So, what’s going on with your profile? Just like your resume, it’s likely that you have gained some new skills and experiences that may be missing from your LinkedIn profile. So, make sure to keep your LinkedIn profile up to date.
But, don’t stop there! LinkedIn is an excellent place where you can build your personal brand. In addition to your personal information, work on growing your network, connecting with people, and regularly posting to increase your presence and attract the attention of potential colleagues and hiring managers.
Perhaps you’ve always wanted to learn coding, or improve your Photoshop skills. Why not take this year as an opportunity to learn a new skill?
Aim for at least one skill you want to learn per quarter. And if possible, try to take on something related to your job so that the learning process can have a more practical application in your daily work and responsibilities.
A solid interview can help advance your career. Make it one of your resolutions to arm yourself with questions and answers to the most common interview questions you are likely to encounter in your job search.
Check out these 5 job interview skills that will help you ace your next interview and increase your chances of landing a job!
Attending online courses, reading blogs, and even listening to podcasts are all great ways to learn something new. But, if you truly want to advance your career, then consider getting a professional certification.
Having a certificate from an accredited institution shows your current and potential employers that you maintain an active interest in improving yourself and your work. Also, this can give you a slight edge over other candidates when applying for new jobs.
The only slight disadvantage of professional certificates? They cost money. But, consider that as a long-term investment in yourself and your career.
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As a recruitment agency, our goal is not only to meet the needs and demands of our clients. We also look out for our candidates and make sure they find their ideal employer.
Once you apply to one of our open positions and join our talent network, we become your representatives – something like your personal agents.
First, we’ll have a chat to get to know you better – your needs, skills, interests, and requirements. Then, we’ll match you with a company we know you’ll fit in with perfectly!
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