How to Get a Job Quickly on the Gold Coast

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In the current economy you will have to act swiftly to pick up work. With people being displaced or being made redundant due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) there is a large influx of jobseekers into the market all vying for the limited opportunities available. Make no mistake – it will be a challenge.

So, how do you find work?

You need to be across all channels such as LinkedIn, being active on job boards and scanning social media to see if companies are hiring. The good news is that companies are still hiring. Reach out to friends, family and your contacts to have them alert you of anything they see or hear.

How do I get a job on the Gold Coast?

Firstly, you need to do a few things. The most important thing is to drop any ego and take something that will pay the bills. So many people often worry about what others think. Who really cares if you end up doing taking a job that you last did when you were 17 such as stacking shelves at Coles or Woolworths? They are hiring at the moment for those exact roles, they pay money and you will feel good doing it – it could actually be a breath of fresh air from a high paying, high pressure management role you have been doing. It’s most likely only temporary so just do it. David, our Director, wrote a blog a few years ago about this exact scenario for himself: Have You Ever Had a Character Building Job?

The next thing you need to do is get your resume and application letters into order. At this moment in time, if someone asks you for your resume, you need to have it ready to send to them. It’s unacceptable to send it 2 days later when you’re scrambling to put one together – the other person did and they’ve been given the job.

As mentioned, reach out to your contacts, scan jobs boards, LinkedIn, social media and the news – that’s where the current opportunities are listed or discussed. We’ve seen a number of people on our LinkedIn feed with full lists of jobs in government, healthcare, supermarkets and telecommunications companies who are seeking large volumes of workers to  assist those businesses in the current situation.

The real question is how badly do you want or need a job and what type of job are you willing to do in order to make money and live comfortably? If you are really needing fast employment and are willing to drop the ego, put some preparation into your job search and reach out to people for help, then yes, you could find a job quickly. If you however, you are unwilling to drop these ideals then finding a job will be a challenge in the current environment. We’re not stating that you should deviate from your career, we’re saying that whilst hunting for your regular work, have a broad mind at other opportunities that are out there that will provide financial relief for you and your family.

It’s a crazy time in the world. We really wish the best for you to get back on your feet if you’ve been affected. We hoe that life returns to normal for everyone as soon as possible. Take care and stay safe!

5 top tips for overcoming rejection from interview

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Being unsuccessful or rejected for anything never feels great. Whether it is the dreaded rejection letter, phone call or email; being rejected can severely dent your confidence especially if you have had several rejections in a short space of time.

As a candidate it is important to remember that this is not an uncommon experience for job seekers and that the right job for you could be just around the corner. By thinking objectively, actively asking for feedback, revaluating your career path and seeking external help, you will be able to best manage rejection and strategically work toward your career goals and future job prospects.

Our top 5 tips for overcoming rejection from interview includes:

Don’t take it personally

The first piece of advice for any unsuccessful candidate is to not take it personally. With a single job opening attracting hundreds of applications, even the most qualified individuals get rejected, with the probability of rejection higher than landing the job.

Whilst it can be a hard pill to swallow, you’ve been rejected for a reason. From our experience, a lot of hiring decisions from our clients have been based on the skills, experience and qualifications you have demonstrated to meet their objectives for the role. The role wasn’t created for you – they didn’t know of you at the time. An important factor is how you personally fit with the team and the people hiring – sometimes you just don’t click, that is just how things go sometimes.

By acknowledging the rejection, not dwelling on the situation and focusing on new opportunities, you will be able to maintain motivation and positivity whilst keeping the job search momentum at a maximum.

Ask for feedback from company / interviewer

Asking for feedback is a valuable tool that can be used to better understand why you have been unsuccessful in obtaining a specific role. Methods can include calling, email and face-to-face interaction dependent on the initial rejection delivery of the interviewer / company. Asking for feedback can provide several benefits including; improving future job search parameters, a heightened self-awareness, building rapport with the interviewer/recruiter, and most importantly providing closure, allowing you to move on to the next opportunity.

It’s really important to take all feedback objectively and understand that an organisation is looking for very specific candidate and that you are not going to be suitable for every role, organisation and/or industry that you apply for.

Personal evaluation

Aside from the feedback sought from the company / interviewer, it is important to personally evaluate your application and interview performance and reassess areas that could be improved. Through this process you might find that you need to work on your interview presence or upskill in specific areas to meet industry demand and outperform your competitors. By continually re-evaluating your application (resume, cover letter), interview manner and skills or qualifications, you will be able to put your best foot forward for future opportunities.

Redevelop your career path

Once you have asked for feedback and subsequently re-evaluated your application and interview performance, reassessing and developing your career path is a great way to ensure you achieve your specific career goals. By identifying your individual unique selling points (USP) you will be able to better market yourself during the job search phase and allow you to evaluate whether the career path you want is right for your specific skills, personality and strengths.

Seek help

If you are struggling with direction, or evaluating your current application, seeking help can be the best place to start. Depending on the challenges you’re facing, there area  number of avenues you can take including advice from a your friends and peers, all the way through to professional recruitment services and career coaching. Assessing your own situation is the best way to better understand the level of help needed to achieve career goals.

 

It is important to remember throughout your search that you may be only one application away from your dream job. Remaining motivated, confident and contactable throughout the job searching stage is essential to keep momentum flowing and to be that person.

At New Point Recruitment we’re always focussed on matching the most appropriate candidate to an organisation. If you would like to join our growing database and submit your resume for future job opportunities head to www.newpointrecruitment.com.au and register with us.