5 Time Management Tips for Job Seekers

Starting a job search can be stressful and time-consuming. It can be easy to get overwhelmed thinking about all of the researching, job hunting, interviewing, and following up. Managing your time well can make a huge difference in the success of your job search. Check out these 5 quick time management tips for job seekers.

1. Determine Your Requirements

The first step in any job search should be determining your requirements for your next job. This can save you a ton of time by eliminating applications and interviews for jobs that will not work for you. Before you start applying for jobs, think about your lifestyle: How far are you able to commute? What hours can you work? What pay rate do you need to make to pay your bills? Establishing all of your requirements early will prevent you from applying to jobs that will not work for you in the long term.

2. Set Goals

Next, you need to look at setting goals. Think about how much time is reasonable for you to set aside to look at jobs. Can you spend an hour a day applying for jobs or maybe a couple of hours every few days? Figure out what will work best for you and then set that as a goal. You can also set goals for revamping your resume, reaching out to companies, and networking events. These goals will give you a clearer path for your job search and will save you a lot of time.

3. Apply on Company Websites

Another tip to save time looking for jobs is to apply directly on companies’ websites instead of job boards like Monster, Indeed, or Glassdoor. Often if a company is hiring, they will have all of their position posted on their website. Hiring managers may get these applications right into their inbox or applicant tracking system. This saves them time and prevents you from filling out another application down the road.

4. Stay on Top of Your Schedule

While trying to find a job, you will probably be asked to come in for interviews and processing. Staying on top of your schedule will save you time by keeping you organized and helping you move quickly on new opportunities. Check your email and voicemail inboxes daily to make sure you are not missing interview requests. Keep track of all of your interviews so you do not overbook yourself and have to reschedule for a later date.

5. Contact a Staffing Company

Working with a staffing company, like Hughes Resources, can save you a ton of time in your job search by streamlining the process. When you work with Hughes Resources, you do an initial interview, and we work with prospective companies to try to find a good fit, saving you time and effort. If you have already applied with Hughes Resources, contact your local branch office to see if you are due for a refresher interview.

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