Don't settle for something you won't be happy with
The job market today is exciting, frightening, and unpredictable all at the same time. From oil and gas crises and the pandemic to renewable energy advancement and futuristic infrastructure, the career field is not short of surprises. Private space companies are springing up all over the place, and fields like medicine, automation, artificial intelligence, and software development are growing like crazy. It probably has never been a more interesting time to find that job that you really like and dedicate your time to a great company as you grow and learn.
First, polish your resume if you have not already done so. Make sure you accentuate your skills, completed projects, and some data for employers to see as well as your work experience in reverse chronological order. Keep it simple, keep it readable, but keep it professional. Your resume if where you shine. Use your soft skills, show some personality, and of course keep track of all the jobs you apply to.
Take the time and really figure out what you want to do and what you want to work on. There are many options out there and it is easier than ever to apply to most of them. Ask yourself some basic questions: What do you want to do? Where do you want to work? Do you want to travel? What is your ideal career? What are your interests? How can you use your skills and passions to contribute to a company or project and make sure that you are fulfilling your own goals at the same time?
Study, analyze, and learn everything you can about the companies you are applying to. Explore what you can about their culture and what the company stands for. With so many resources available online, there should be no shortage of finding out most of this information right from your computer or phone. Really become familiar with them not only for the interview, but potentially for the long haul.
The job market can be tough, but it can also be very rewarding if you take some time and carefully plan your applications. Stay the course, do not give up, and remember that a business relationship is mutual. Give an honest effort to your employer, and they will usually give back and invest the same into you.
[4/30/2021]
