Should I stop using online job boards?
No. Reviewing the main Job Boards like Seek, Indeed and Career One are an essential part of looking for a job.
How can I find out about Volunteering opportunities?
Seek Volunteering and Go Volunteer are great place to start for positions in Australia. International Volunteer HQ is a great option for overseas opportunities.
How can I network?
The good news is unless you live on Mars you already are! Networking is simply engaging with people. It can be a message via Facebook, a coffee with a friend or saying hi to an ex-colleague at the shops.
Why is research important?
When a company catches your eye then make sure you dig around a little, skim their annual review, check out their social media pages, have a look at company reviews on Glass Door and of course don't forget to Google them! The info you acquire is highly likely to help you secure your next job.
How can I use social Media to find a job?
LinkedIn and Facebook are great ways to keep in touch with people, simply keeping in touch can lead to work.
Of course following your ideal companies on their "socials" can provide excellent insight.
Of course following your ideal companies on their "socials" can provide excellent insight.
get out and get social!
Don't stop doing what you love. Get out there for a run, catch up with friends for lunch, just do what you can to get out there. You never know where it will lead.