Creating Your Future: Key Elements Before 2024 Job Search

Searching for a job is a significant step in one’s life

Akhilesh Telkar
7 min readJun 28, 2024

But before diving into the job market, it’s essential to understand the key elements that will guide your job search effectively.

Get the future you want: Understanding the Key Elements Before Job Search in 2024

The four important W’s to consider are: Why? What? Where? When?

The Big Question: Why?
The first and most crucial question is: Why are you searching for a job? Understanding your motivation is fundamental.

Why do you want a job?

— To earn money and support yourself or your family?
— Because your parents, teachers, or mentors advised you to?
— To gain experience in your chosen field?
— To achieve personal growth and fulfilment?
— Simply because you enjoy working and cannot sit idle?

Reflecting on these questions can help clarify your purpose and align your job search with your personal goals and values.

What Are You Looking For?

Once you understand why you need a job, the next step is to define what you are looking for.

- What kind of job suits your skills and interests?
— Are you looking for a job in a specific industry?
— Do you prefer a role that offers growth opportunities?
— Are you interested in a job that provides a work-life balance?

Knowing what you want helps narrow down your search and focus on opportunities that match your criteria.

Where Should You Look?

The location of your job is another crucial factor.

- Where do you want to work?
— Do you prefer working in a specific city or country?
— Are you open to remote work?
— Is the job market for your desired role thriving in your preferred location?

Considering the geographic aspect of your job search ensures that you find a position that fits your lifestyle and personal circumstances.

When to Start Your Job Search?

Timing is everything in the job market.

- When is the right time to start looking for a job?
— Are you a fresh graduate entering the job market?
— Are you looking for a job change after gaining some experience?
— Is there a specific time of year when your industry hires more actively?

Understanding the right time to enter the job market can increase your chances of finding the right job.

Why is Knowing Your “Why” So Important?
Before embarking on your job search, being clear about your “why” simplifies the rest of the process. If you know why you want a job, the rest is easy.

- Ask Yourself:
— Did you study only to get a job?
— Do you want a job because you want financial security?
— Are you looking for a job to survive?
— Have you always dreamt of working for someone?
— Or do you want to build a career based on your passion?

Knowing your why will help you make informed decisions about your career path.

Which Segment Do You Fit In?

It’s challenging to categorize oneself, but understanding where you fit can provide clarity.

-Survival: If you need a job to meet basic needs.
- Salary: If financial stability is your primary goal.
- Security: If job security and benefits are important to you.

#Find “U” in “YOU”
16–20 Age:
You want a job to start your career, showcase your talent, and apply what you’ve learned.
You want a job to kickstart your employee journey.
20–30 Age:
You want a job to grow professionally and scale up your income.
You want to start investing for your future.
30–40 Age:
You want a job to maintain your status and take on additional responsibilities.
You want to explore more possibilities and advance in your career.
40–50 Age:
You want a job to settle, strengthen your assets, and secure a legacy for future generations.

However, if you want to live a life filled with passion and build a career based on your interests, consider exploring my book, See U in YOU, which focuses on Passion, Career, and Financial Success.

Your Call: Goals or Someone Else’s Goals?
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Do you want to work for someone else’s goals, or do you want to pursue your own? Both paths have their pros and cons, and it’s about what aligns with your personal and professional aspirations.

Job Market vs Future Trends: Dream Job Search Stats

Getting the Future You Want

By following the ATOM framework, you can systematically work towards finding the right job that aligns with your talents and aspirations. This structured approach not only increases your chances of landing your dream job but also ensures you continue to grow and develop in your chosen career.

With ATOM, you’re not just aiming for a job; you’re striving for a fulfilling and successful career that allows you to reach your full potential.

In a rapidly evolving job market, finding the right career can be challenging. “ATOM JOBS” is your comprehensive guide to navigating this journey. From understanding current trends and crafting the perfect career roadmap to leveraging AI and social media, this book covers all aspects of the job search process. With practical tips on networking, acing interviews, and continuous professional development, “ATOM JOBS” equips you with the tools to land your dream job and build a fulfilling career.

How ATOM Can Help You Find Your Dream Job

  1. Identify Your Talents:
    — ATOM helps you to pinpoint your strengths and skills, making it easier to understand what you excel at and how these talents can be applied in the job market.
  2. Set Clear Goals:
    — Establishing specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals is a crucial part of the ATOM process. This ensures you have a clear roadmap to follow.
    — Example: Setting a goal to apply for at least Six relevant job positions each week.

3. Develop Your Skills:
— ATOM encourages continuous learning and skill development. This could involve taking courses, attending workshops, or gaining certifications that are relevant to your desired career path.
— Example: Enrolling in an online course to improve your proficiency in a key software used in your industry.

4. Achieve Milestones:
— Breaking down your larger goals into smaller, manageable milestones helps in tracking progress and maintaining motivation.
— Example: Completing an internship or freelance project to gain practical experience.

5. Build a Network:
— Networking is an essential component of ATOM. Connecting with professionals in your field can provide valuable insights, opportunities, and support.
— Example: Joining industry-specific groups on LinkedIn, and Facebook and participating in relevant discussions.

6. Stay Persistent and Positive:
— The ATOM approach emphasizes resilience and a positive mindset. Staying persistent in your efforts, even in the face of setbacks, is key to achieving your goals.
— Example: Keeping a journal to track your progress and reflect on your achievements and learnings.

ATOM: Attain Talent and Optimal Milestones

ATOM stands for “Attain Talent and Optimal Milestones.” It is a structured approach designed to help individuals identify, develop, and leverage their talents while achieving key milestones in their career journey.

Register now and get your free copy of “ATOM JOBS” for a limited time as part of our prelaunch offer!

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About Author :
Akhilesh Telkar is an Indian author who has written
Find “U” in “YOU” and See “U” in “YOU” He has been recognized for his work “Best Excellence Award” during his career because his dad left when he was eight years old, his mother becomes everything to him.
16–20 > Struggler,
20–30 > Soldier,
30–40 > Hunter
At the beginning of his career, he had 10Rs meals a day, and now after a year’s experience in the corporate world, becoming an author was challenging. However, the author says the world has many opportunities; we must listen to our inner voice.
As he gained experience and technology skills, he developed a passion for “Writing.” (Passion + Tech =
Passiontech)
However, one question always bothered him,
“What is one thing you want to leave behind for the world?”
At that moment, “BOOK” occurs to him as a guiding torch, a document that will remain even after we leave this world.
The good news is that he develops the Find “U” in the “YOU” framework in the self-discovery journey.
And the book, See “U” in “YOU”, based on the topic “Passion, Career & Paisa”, the Unique life Guide, has 21 activities.
Akhilesh’s Dream is to live in a world of beautiful people where everyone understands each other and finds themselves by seeing “U in YOU” live happily.
On Mission To Unlock Human Potential Through Creative Books | Author| Mentor For Writers |Framework Find “U” in “YOU” |Unique Life Guide Creator Of See “U” in “YOU”| HashtagKalakar| PassionTech Mentor| Content Writer| Ghost Writer| Passion, Career & Paisa|
Let us create a world full of love, joy and happiness. Thank you, Cheers,
Akhilesh Telkar.
https://linktr.ee/akhi.ts

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Akhilesh Telkar

Unlocking Human Potential through Content & Books | Best Selling Author | Book Writing Mentor | Creator of See "U" in "YOU" | AI Marketing |Passiontech Mentor