If you plan your job search, it can help you feel more organised and in control of your journey to find work.
Here we look at the importance of planning your job search – and how it can boost your success.
Use your time wisely
Find a suitable time to look for jobs and send applications – you need somewhere quiet where you can focus.
You can speed up your applications with job alerts and uploading your CV to jobsites. You should also create a template cover letter that you can easily adjust for different roles, instead of writing a new one for each job.
Take notes
Make a list of the jobs you apply for, as some roles are advertised on more than one job site. You want to make sure you do not apply for the same role twice or reapply for a role you have been rejected for.
You could create an email folder to store your application emails or write a list of the roles you have applied for – noting the job title, company and date you sent it.
Ask for feedback
If you have sent lots of applications but not had many interviews, contact employers to get feedback on your CV or cover letter. A few small tweaks could make a big difference.
Or if you have attended several interviews but not had a job offer, ask your interviewers for ways you can improve your performance. You can also do mock interviews with a family member or your careers adviser to help you prepare for the real thing.
Other ways to plan your job search
The internet is a useful way to plan your job search. Find out how the power of the internet can help you to find work.
