How To Find "Hidden Jobs"

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When job searching, here’s an entire market of jobs you might not be aware of - the hidden job market.

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The hidden job market refers to jobs that aren’t advertised on online job boards or a company’s website. Instead, these jobs rely on referrals and word-of-mouth from existing employees of the company or recruiters.

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The hidden job market is estimated to account for around 70% of new hires.

That’s a staggering number of available jobs that you may never be aware of if you rely solely on the internet!

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One important thing to keep in mind is that the hidden job market is not necessarily designed to get you a job quickly. If you’re in a dire situation and need a job immediately, you may want to pursue more traditional methods.

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Navigating hidden jobs is ultimately all about networking - but in a more specific way than you may be used to. To begin with, you’ll want to make networking a habit as opposed to a tool you deploy only when you’re looking for a job.

How To Find The Hidden Job Market

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As you browse news stories, sign up for news alerts related to the companies or industries you’re interested in.

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They are great places to network, meet potential connections and find out about potential job openings

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If you’re currently employed but looking for a new position, you can always use contacts within your company

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You should also consider volunteering for companies you’re interested in. This can be especially easy for non-profit organizations.

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How To Find "Hidden Jobs"

The Hidden Job Market

When job searching, here’s an entire market of jobs you might not be aware of - the hidden job market.

The hidden job market refers to jobs that aren’t advertised on online job boards or a company’s website. Instead, these jobs rely on referrals and word-of-mouth from existing employees of the company or recruiters.

What is the Hidden Job Market?

The hidden job market is estimated to account for around 70% of new hires.

That’s a staggering number of available jobs that you may never be aware of if you rely solely on the internet!

One important thing to keep in mind is that the hidden job market is not necessarily designed to get you a job quickly. If you’re in a dire situation and need a job immediately, you may want to pursue more traditional methods.

How to Navigate the Hidden Job Market

Navigating hidden jobs is ultimately all about networking - but in a more specific way than you may be used to. To begin with, you’ll want to make networking a habit as opposed to a tool you deploy only when you’re looking for a job.

Networking

How To Find The Hidden Job Market

It can be a tedious, hit-or-miss process. It will require some strategic research and a little bit of luck. Using the following tips can help you access hidden job opportunities

As you browse news stories, sign up for news alerts related to the companies or industries you’re interested in.

Sign Up for News Alerts

They are great places to network, meet potential connections and find out about potential job openings

Attend Conferences & Conventions

If you’re currently employed but looking for a new position, you can always use contacts within your company

Network Internally

You should also consider volunteering for companies you’re interested in. This can be especially easy for non-profit organizations.

Volunteer

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