{"id":9280,"date":"2020-06-22T17:43:06","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T17:43:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monsterindia.com\/career-advice\/6-effective-ways-to-search-for-a-job-in-covid-times-9280\/"},"modified":"2024-04-18T12:01:46","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T06:31:46","slug":"6-effective-ways-to-search-for-a-job-in-covid-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foundit.sg\/career-advice\/6-effective-ways-to-search-for-a-job-in-covid-times\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Effective Ways to Search for a Job in COVID Times"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic induced slow-down has affected the job market and many businesses are cutting costs to stay afloat, it\u2019s difficult to stay motivated when it comes to job search<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no denying that the situation is tough but with patience and positivity, you can surmount these tough times as well.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key lies in not giving up. And the most important part is to keep sharpening the saw.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few job search-tips that you can pay attention to better your chances of finding a job in COVID-19 times<\/a>.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Upgrade your Skills<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n


<\/strong>This is the time to take stock of your skills and see what\u2019s that you\u2019d need to stay relevant in these changing times. Look at your career and what\u2019s that you want to achieve in the near future. Now, make a list of your current skills and the ones you\u2019d require to achieve your next level. Work on the new skills that are essential to achieve your career goals and improve on your existing skillset. There are so many learning platforms that provide fee-based and free online courses<\/a> to advance your career.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Ask for Help<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n


On the road when you are not sure of the direction you should take to reach your destination, what do you do? You ask for help. You ask for directions. Same goes for achieving your career goals. You know, what\u2019s that you want to achieve but you don\u2019t know how to get there. The best that you can do is to ask for guidance. Network with professionals who\u2019ve already achieved what you desire for. Follow the experts in your domain on social media. Interact with them. Build relationships. Let them know how much you respect them and how valuable their advice would be for your career.
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