Acing the Job Hunt Game: A Guide by Mehak Adlakha
Hey there! I am Mehak Adlakha, and with all the layoffs happening in this recession, I decided to start sharing my experience and knowledge on Medium to help individuals be interview-ready and navigate the job hunt minefield.
Before I start blabbing, feel free to check out my LinkedIn profile here.
Here are some tips to ace your job hunt game:
1. Keep those profiles updated!
Make sure your LinkedIn, Naukri.com, BigShyft, and Instahyre profiles are polished and up-to-date. These platforms have been my secret weapons for job opportunities. Explore other platforms too, but these four are the MVPs.
Feel free to suggest your success story in the comments!
2. Remote job seekers, this one’s for you!
Check out dedicated websites like Uplers, Jobgether, FlexJobs, and more for exciting remote job opportunities. The possibilities are endless for you too!
3. The power of updates!
Update your LinkedIn and Naukri profiles every night. Why? Recruiters love fresh profiles! Even if there’s nothing new, just re-upload your resume or tweak a few details. Stay on top of the search results.
4. Simplify and conquer!
Create a sleek and captivating resume without a photo, with precise and achievement-based information. Add metrics to quantify your achievements! Optimize it further by scanning your resume using online ATS scanners like Rezi, Resume Worded, Jobscan, and more. They’re secret weapons for resume optimization.
Initially, it might be confusing, drop me a DM to discuss this further.
5. LinkedIn love!
Supercharge your LinkedIn profile with Careerflow.ai, a fantastic Chrome extension. Decorate your profile headline and about section with relevant keywords. It works like a charm and boosts your chances of being discovered by recruiters searching for specific skills and positions.
6. Face your fears!
As they say, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.”
How to embrace interviews and conquer them? Practice makes perfect. Take advantage of the multiple mock interview websites available online. Not only will you gain valuable insights into current industry requirements, and favourite interview topics/questions, but you’ll also conquer those nerves. You’ve got this!
These lesser-known tips made a world of difference in my job search journey. If you have more suggestions, drop them in the comments below. Sharing is caring, and together, we’re unstoppable!
