3 Things You Can Do During The Holidays That Will Help You Get A Job In January

With the budget finalized and new positions being added to departments, January is a big hiring month for companies. Job seekers who end up filling these newly minted positions can often attribute their success to moves they made during the holiday season. Here are three things you can do in the last few weeks of December that will help you get the job you want in the new year.

Reconnect To Your Network

The holidays are a great time to reach out to your network to wish everyone a happy holiday. Many people use these messages to recap their year, and this is a great opportunity for you to briefly mention what you’re hoping to find as your next career opportunity.

Reach Out To Hiring Managers at Target Companies

Even if ads haven’t been posted, companies are already well into their hiring plans for the first quarter of 2017. As hiring managers get firm budgets, they are hard at work putting together a game plan for finding the best candidates to fill new positions. A great way to get a head start on the mass applications that will arrive once the job ad goes live is to reach out to the hiring managers at your target companies now. Even if you don’t have a specific job in mind, presenting yourself to a hiring manager now is a great way to get on their radar for any current or upcoming needs. You may not be able to reach every target on your list, but the more managers you call, the more managers you’ll be able to get in touch with. TIP: Before you call, consult our “Navigating the Hiring Process” website so you’re prepared with a targeted elevator pitch when you do manage to connect.

Email or Call Your AppleOne Hiring Advisor

One of the biggest misconceptions of a job search is that the hiring process shuts down during the holidays. While companies may not be hiring publically, they may be taking other routes to filling positions, such as working with a company like AppleOne. With this in mind, it makes perfect sense to contact your AppleOne Hiring Advisor to share your plans and your target list. They may be able to help you connect directly with a manager, some of which may be currently hiring. Updating your hiring advisor on your continuing job search activities will allow them to better match you with clients who may be looking to fill positions in the coming months.