How to Find Employment During a Recession
The recession is having a terrible effect on everyone who is employed and struggling to find their way through. It is natural that most people believe that it is best to hang on to the careers they have and ’sit it out’ until the recession passes. But Gerald Feehily, a human resources expert at the European institute of technology thinks differently. Now might be the time to forcefully advance your career skills and consider your options.
“Now might be the time to move while the competition is slow during to the recession,” says Gerard. “It’s very easy to blame the recession but the reality is that these turbulent times present their own opportunities. You just have make sure that you are positioned positively to the changing environment”
If your are looking for a change of career and perhaps taking advantage of the slow economy, consider these expert tips.
Research the Industry – Take a closer look at the industry that you are seeking employment in. What are the shifts in trends and demographics? At telcojobs, for telecom related jobs we notice a shift towards VOIP engineering skills as technologies like Skype are experiencing growth in the market. Some of the big jobs boards have data on monthly occupational job growth and trends. Learn all you can about the possible shifts in the industry to get an edge.
