Summary Sunday Looking for A New Job in 2020

Summary Sunday Looking for A New Job in 2020 When looking for a new job in 2020, youll want to learn some new tricks. Theres still so much to know about when it comes to looking for a new job. New technologies influence the process. The number of people applying for jobs influences the process. How you present your qualifications influences how you are perceived. This weeks summary features articles Ive shared this week and that engaged my community. I hope they resonate with you too! Youll find: ATS insightsJob hunting tips for Baby BoomersCareer Change step by step instructionsHot skills for 2020 and how to develop themAnd marketing tips that can be adapted by job seekers If you find an article you like, please share it, give the author a shoutout and/or subscribe to their newsletter. ATS Curated Career Conversations: Applicant Tracking Systems with Dr. Cheryl Minnickby Sarah Johnston, Briefcase Coach | LinkedIn Newsletter When you apply for a job online, your resume goes into a black hole known as an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). This article is a written QA to help you craft a resume optimized for the ATS. Its a must-read! Baby Boomers Job Search 2020 Job Search And Career Predictions For Baby Boomersby Robin Ryan | Forbes What do older job seekers need to be aware of as they head into 2020 and the next stage of their careers? Youll find seven predictions/trends that will impact Baby Boomers in the workforce. (And thank you to Robin for including my thoughts!) When an Interviewer Thinks You’re Overqualifiedby Phyllis Mufson | Next Avenue Do you understand the concerns recruiters have when they see a resume that looks overqualified? Read and learn what they are. The next step is to neutralize employer concerns. See how to do that. Career Change A Step-by-Step Guide to Reinventing Your Career in 2020by Kate Ashford | The Muse Follow these six steps if you are serious about making a career change, either a major industry shift or just a new role. And note, that the first step is not dusting off your resume! Career Development How to Upskill for 2020by Hanna Greeman | 3Plus International Take a look at The World Economic Forums list of top skills for 2020 and look for ways to enhance your own skills. Staying up-to-date with skills will help keep you competitive in the job market. Marketing Trends Job search is really marketing. What you are trying to do is bring awareness of your talent to the market, right? This is why I frequently share articles about trends in marketing because job seekers can get ideas by following in the footsteps of great marketing strategies. I hope these two articles inspire you to do some self-marketing, jump on social media, write a blog post, create a video, or try some other ideas to highlight your knowledge and expertise (but not shout out that you are #ONO [open to new opportunities] or looking for a new job.) Thats not whats most important to hiring managers. 31 Content Marketing Statistics That Actually Matter to Your Business in 2020by Neal Schaffer 7 Ways to Create Content without a Blog by CopyPress In Case You Missed It Check out my list of websites and resources to help you get a new job in 2020. Best Websites for 2020 Job Search