You’ve submitted your resume to a staffing agency. You’ve met with your recruiter. You’ve discussed your work history and what you’re looking for. Now all you have to do is wait for that perfect job, right? Wrong.
When you’re actively searching for a job, it’s crucial to take extra steps in order to stay top of mind at all times. Many staffing agencies claim that individuals who regularly update their contact information and resume are much easier to place as they actively show a degree of professionalism and seriousness about finding work. By staying in touch with their recruiter, this type of job seeker demonstrates that they understand how important it is to be ready to go when an opportunity knocks.
In fact, a staffing agency recently shared a brief story about this very scenario, which nicely illustrates just how important it is to stay top of mind during a job search.
This is the story of an extremely eager job seeker. Let’s call him Fred. Fred had some past issues and his file was fairly average. However, Fred religiously called in available for over 2 months. Whenever Fred couldn’t reach someone in the office, he left a voicemail saying that he was available. Each and every day.
Finally, a temporary job opening that matched Fred’s skills came up. And even though the job was one that many other candidates might have been interested in as well, Fred was the first person that the recruiter thought of. The staffing agency’s risk management department authorized Fred’s hire and he was subsequently placed in other assignments as well.
All that persistence paid off.
This is a great example of what eagerness can do for you when you’re looking for a job. While no one’s advocating that you call your recruiter—or a prospective employer—daily, staying in close contact is absolutely necessary if you’re serious about finding work.
For more great tips on how to stay top of mind during your job search, Contact PrideStaff Las Vegas today.
