Aug 16, 2022
Finding your “dream job” might feel like an impossible task. After all, doesn’t the phrase itself make attaining it feel nearly out of reach? Like so many things in life, the pursuit of our dream job takes time, resources, and know-how. Luckily for you, Inline has just that – and more.
Our recruiters have been helping candidates find their dream jobs for 20 years and now, they’re ready to help you. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a list of our team’s top tips for finding the position you’ve been searching for before you embark on your journey.
1. Take a break
Odds are, if you’ve been on the search for the perfect position, but haven’t found it yet, you’re probably feeling a little worn out. It might be helpful to take a step back and reassess what you’re looking for. Sometimes the things we’re looking for are right in front of us, but we can’t see them because we’re too stressed, overwhelmed, or simply too busy.
If you can, unplug, take a short trip, or just be present in your thoughts. You might just find that part of the answer was there all along.
2. Know where your strengths lie
There is nothing more validating (or ego-boosting) than writing down a list of the things you are particularly good at. Sit down, give yourself some time to think, and write down your skills, talents, and best attributes – things like great bedside manner, stellar researcher, detail-oriented – you get the picture. It’s a simple exercise that can help put you in the right direction. Consider it the foundation or blueprint for your future.
3. Know what you don’t want
Searching for your dream job is the perfect time for an honest assessment, including examining the things you don’t like. Just as analyzing your strengths helps you create a professional portrait of yourself, diving deep into past examples of tasks, work styles, and even company cultures can help guide you toward a better fit for the future.
4. Consider expanding your education
Some roles you’re interested in might mean going “back to school.” Find out what certifications, licenses, or continuing education courses you might need to complete to help you qualify for those roles. Extra certification never hurts – it often makes for a better salary offer.
5. Talk to a mentor or career coach
Mulling over a career move is the perfect time to talk to a mentor or career coach. Either person might be able to help you put the pieces together — your skills, your likes, and dislikes – and even point out qualities you might’ve missed or make suggestions you might not have thought of when it comes to finding the career you’ve been dreaming of.
6. Tell everybody in your network
It’s true – when it comes to finding a job, especially your dream job, it all comes down to who you know. Tell people in your network that you’re looking and let them know what you’re looking for. Most of the time, someone you know can connect you to an opportunity.
7. And never forget, you can do this
Fortune favors the brave — and the resourceful. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the search or are unsure of where to start, get in touch with a recruiter to help point you in the right direction and hopefully get you into the right position.
Are you ready to take the next steps to find your dream job? Inline has the recruiters, resources, and know-how to help you find it. Contact us today to start your search.