Job seekers often assume that hiring slows down during the holidays, as hiring managers and recruiters are taking time off to spend with family and join in seasonal festivities. While this is true in some instances, as many companies do tend to put off filling an open position until after the holiday season, this does not necessarily mean that job seekers should take a break from their hunt for a new position. In fact, as an article published by Business Insider suggests, it is more important than ever for job seekers to stay motivated and active on the job market during November and December.
Amanda E. Clark, who is the president and editor-in-chief of Grammar Chic, Inc., supports the assertion made by this article that the holiday season is prime time for job seekers. As the leader of Chic Resumes, she offers a great deal of insight to clients looking to have new resumes crafted as 2013 comes to a close, and much of this insight mirrors the information provided by the article.
The first factor to consider is that, because most job seekers are taking time off during the holidays, it is a perfect time to get ahead of the competition. With less people applying for open positions, the likelihood of getting an interview or even landing a job is higher.
The next factor that the article presents is that holiday parties are a wonderful time to network. Clark asserts that, while a great resume is essential, it is important to get that resume into the right hands. Holiday parties provide great opportunities for job seekers to speak with professionals about open positions within their companies and, if things go well, perhaps even get these professionals to make a recommendation to the hiring manager.
"Looking for a new job really is like a full-time job," Clark comments. "Job seekers are continually updating their resumes, searching for open positions, distributing their resumes and cover letters, and trying to schedule interviews with hiring managers and recruiters. I completely understand why it might be tempting to take some time off during the holidays, but the truth is that it is essential that job seekers keep at it during the winter months."
Clark goes on to explain that this does not mean that job seekers have to give up holiday festivities in favor of working on their resumes, though. Chic Resumes by Grammar Chic, Inc. offers resume and cover letter writing services to individuals working in virtually every industry, from entry-level college graduates to highly experienced C-suite executives. As such, the Chic Resumes team is able to assist today's job seekers by crafting targeted resumes that showcase their experiences, skills, and accomplishments.
"Presentation is so critical when creating a resume," Clark asserts. "It would be ideal for each candidate to be judged based upon their industry-specific capabilities, but that simply isn't the case. A resume that is riddled with typos and grammatical errors, or that has a sloppy format and isn't consistent in its style, simply won't receive the same attention as a polished, professional document.
Clark encourages job seekers to give themselves the gift of a professionally crafted resume this holiday season. With the support of professional resume writers, these individuals will be able to distribute resumes in which they are confident—and of which they are proud—as they continue to look for a position that fits their needs.
Individuals who are interested in learning more about the services provided by Chic Resumes by Grammar Chic, Inc. are invited to call (803) 831-7444 or email resumewriting@grammarchic.net for more information.
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Chic Resumes is a division of Grammar Chic, Inc., a full-service literary consultancy that provides writing and editing services to a diverse clientele. Led by President and Editor-In-Chief Amanda E. Clark, Grammar Chic's team offers its expertise to job seekers looking for positions in virtually any industry and at every level. Through continual research and the ability to identify key industry expectations, the Chic Resumes team is able to craft documents that effectively communicate the experiences, skills, and accomplishments of diverse clients. Interested individuals are invited to follow Chic Resumes on Facebook and on Twitter (@ChicResumes). Additionally, they can visit www.professionalresumewriters.net.
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