How to Network into the Hidden Job Market
An Infographic
80% of jobs today are landed through networking, not through cold applications on job boards.
If you’re one of the many job seekers spending hours posting countless resumes and cover letters on job boards like Indeed or Monster, but not hearing back from recruiters, chances are you’re looking in the wrong place. The fact is, job boards have a 2–4% effectiveness rate whereas networking has an effectiveness rate of over 50% . Most jobs getting filled these days aren’t even advertised.
Think about if you were a hiring manager:
Who would you be more likely to take the time to interview?
Candidate A, whom you don’t know except for what’s been submitted on a cover letter and resume.
OR
Candidate B, who has been referred to you.
The benefits of shifting gears to focus on networking in your job search?
- You be judged based on your past performance and future potential rather than an artificial matching algorithm.
- Employers will be more open to candidates of diverse professional backgrounds.
- You are far more likely to get the job.
Without further ado, here are some tips to help you crack the hidden job market:
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