Summary Sunday: Issue 541

There’s a lot of great job search tips and advice out there! There’s also a lot of not-so-good advice. At the end of the day, it’s better to take action than do nothing. Start today!

This week’s summary features good information from sources I trust and value (and I think you should too).

Ghosted? What do do about it
Most favor “Open To Work” banner
Job search strategies
Best free email providers
Make every conversation count
Leaders are chosen because they talk more
Mega Career Trends for 2024

Be sure to follow these people on social and other outlets!

JOB SEARCH

Got Ghosted? Let’s figure out what to do about it | The Random Recruiter

Ghosting happens. It isn’t right or fair. But the bottom line is that you have two options: complain about it, or do something about it. That’s what this addresses. Take action using the three steps outlined.

Is using the green, âOpen to Workâ banner on LinkedIn a good idea when looking for a job? | Adam Broda

This is always a question that gets mixed responses. While the poll results indicate “YES” it’s also interesting to read the comments to understand the logic people share for using or not using the #opentowork banner.

This is NOT an Episode About Resumes: A Conversation with Hannah Morgan | Kadima Careers

Alan Stein hosts this podcast and we discuss many different aspects of the job search that people misunderstand. There are different approaches to LinkedIn profiles as Alan and I discuss. Listen in!

TECHNOLOGY

These Are the Best Free Email Accounts | LifeHacker

One thing you can do to keep your job search organized and keep spam out of your regular inbox is to create a separate email just for your job search. Use one of these email providers and select an email address that is professional and clearly belongs to you. Using your first and last name is usually the best option – if you can get it. Do NOT use numbers or dates in your email address such as [email protected]

RECRUITERS

Make Every Conversation Count | Mike Tomesello

There’s no such thing as a “sure thing” that’s why you want to make the most of every conversation you have, no matter who initiates the call.

Recruiter calls are still important M Tomasello

LEADERSHIP

Babble hypothesis shows key factor to becoming a leader | BigThink

Research shows that those who spend more time speaking tend to emerge as the leaders of groups, regardless of their intelligence.

FOR CAREERS PROFESSIONALS

Announcing the 5 Megatrends Impacting Careers for 2024 | Career Thought Leaders

Career Thought Leaders is one of the go-to sources for great information on what’s happening in the world of job search and careers for those that provide career and job search services! Each year, Marie Zimenoff and her team poll their community for a list of trends. This reveals the 2024 trends that career professionals will want to help their clients navigate. Definitely follow this account on LinkedIn.

JOB SEARCH VISUAL

Who To Contact First When Starting A Job Search

Create a list of these people and begin reaching out to them first. In your outreach, start by asking how they are doing. Then, they’ll ask what’s new with you. Explain exactly what type of job you are pursuing and what companies you are interested in.