Boost Your Job Search With Seasons Greetings

Boost Your Job Search With Seasons GreetingsBoost Your Job Search With Seasons GreetingsHow the right mix of seasons greetings and (humble) self-promotion will help you land new job leads.Ive said it before and Ill say it again The holidays are a great time to reconnect with your network. Whether its via email, an e-card or a traditional card, use your holiday greetings to benefit your job-search efforts. Here are five items to include in your holiday messages to keep your job search moving forward during the holiday season.(1) ContextIf youre sending a note to someone you havent spoken to in a while, jog their memory. Mention when you last communicated with one another or how you first met. Dont be afraid to personalize the message by bringing up little details you know about the person, such as a shared interest.(2) AppreciationThis is a great opportunity to thank each recipient for their betreuung over the past year. Whenever possible, be specific. Thank them for taking the time t o speak with you about a particular company, or for introducing you to someone who works for your target employer.(3) UpdatesUse this message to communicate any developments in your job search and reiterate your career goals. For example, you might mention which organizations youve been speaking with, or what professional development activities youre doing to keep your skills sharp. This is especially helpful to send to your professional references.(4) InterestIf youre reaching out to a recruiter or hiring manager whom you met in the past, reiterate your interest in working with their organization. This is especially useful if you made it to the final interview round but did not get the job. This way, if things dont work out with the other candidate, youve done something nice to keep your brand top of mind.(5) Call to actionSimilar to your cover letters, your message should contain what marketers refer to as a call to action. Dont leave the ball in their court. Close your message wi th a next step, such as an invitation to meet for coffee in the New Year. This will give you another reason to keep the communication going throughout January.On behalf of Ask Amanda and Ladders, Id like to wish you and your families the happiest of holidays and all the best in the New Year Seasons Greetings image courtesy of Paperless Post