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To get the most out of your job search, you need use multiple strategies to unlock opportunities and increase your chances of landing the job you want. There are two types of job searches, passive (traditional) and active (hidden job market).
A Successful Job Search = Pursuing Advertised Jobs + Tapping into the Hidden Job Market
Traditional job search strategies are passive and only tap into approximately 25% of the actual job market. This approach involves applying to advertised job postings from sources such as:
An active job search involves seeking opportunities outside of advertised job postings. These opportunities represent the hidden job market.
Job seekers often start with online job boards, but employers tend to hire through networking, internal promotions, and employee referrals. Focusing on where employers are looking maximizes your chances and increases the number of opportunities.
Did you know: The hidden job market represents at least 75% of job openings.
Keep Reading: Networking 101 or Your Job Search Checklist
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