How to achieve true job search progress - Sterling Career Concepts

How to achieve true job search progress How to achieve true job search progress Wishing or wanting to see job search progress?   Heres the thing to remember: Activity is not the same as action. If your goal is to see more progress in job search, are you confusing “busywork” with progress? Are you spending a lot of time researching jobs online and applying for lots of positions? While it’s recommended that you spend at least an hour a day on your job search if you are currently employed (and 2-3  times that if you are currently unemployed), make sure youre tracking how much time you are spending, and on  what youre spending it. Invest your time wisely. Always spend your time on high-value tasks â€" identify and research companies you’d like to work for, and try to connect directly with hiring managers and recruiters. Alternatively, have coffee with someone who works for the company at which youre applying or want to apply. This is a much better use of time than sitting in front of your computer. A side benefit to paying attention to tracking your time is a more interesting and varied day. Mixing up your activity will keep your interest level higher and may help pass the time faster. More resources on this topic: This is a trap to which many can easily fall prey, but it also one of the easiest fixes to make to start seeing faster job search progress.  If this is a concern or a concept that hits home with you, and youd like to read more about how to structure your time better and be more efficient with your job search work, here are three more blog posts on the subject: A simple tip for reinvigorating your job search Two common mistakes that prevent job seekers from finding a new  job   Six keys to finding your new job faster