Yuvika Iyer, CERM, CARW, CRA, MBA’s Post

Overwhelmed is an understatement. YOU must have the perfect resume with cover letter and create multiple of each to fit the many roles you are applying for. Sign up and create profiles on all the top job boards, make sure you've highlighted your amazing skills and accomplishments. Don't embellish, but keep it real, but standout amongst the rest. You are over qualified, or under qualified, no degree, or not enough years on job experience. Then spend countless hours every day searching, applying, completing applications and taking skills/personality tests. A full time job just looking for a job. Create more profiles, more applications, upload more resumes, more questionnaires --all while, "your ideal role".. already has over 100 applicants. Don't sit online all day, don't let the search consume you, don't be negative. Do stay positive, engage, network, build relationships. Find a resume builder, find a recruiter, find a hiring manager, ask your network for help. Rejected, ghosted, discouraged, and just plain exhausted. There is no RIGHT .. or WRONG way ..to navigate a job search these days. Just continue to show up. Be brave. Take it one day at a time and I hope you find what you need.

Short Thursday post, a simple thought: When you send your resume to a network connection... It feels like you're making progress... But let’s be honest. Wouldn't it be better if they just knew the job you wanted? They don’t often have time or expertise to translate your resume into your "Ideal Job Description." But if you give them the "Ideal Job Description" right away, then they become part of your human-powered search engine! How are you calling on your network for job search support?

If you or someone you know are looking for employment, here are some practical suggestions –                1. Align the proper contact information on your application & resume. 2. Empty your voicemail so potential employers can leave you messages. 3. Always use complete sentences when corresponding with email or text messages. 4. 100% professionalism; we all can tell when we hear a smile. 5. Thank whoever you’re speaking to for their time and consideration. 6. Always follow up forty-eight hours after your first connection, and if there is still no word after that, follow up one more time; this persistence could be why you’re hired. 7. Always have a resume, even if only in your head, and be ready to tell your story well. 8. Do you want this job if you haven’t visited the website to research? 9. Lastly, a conversation is a two-way street; could you bring questions?

The specific targeted jobs I submit applications for take quite some time. I invest significant effort in researching the company through various channels, carefully adjusting my cover letter and resume. It can be exhausting and discouraging at times, but I firmly believe that this diligence will ultimately pay off. Each tailored application is a labor of dedication, involving thorough research and customization to showcase my alignment with the company's values and needs. Despite the challenges, I know that this focused approach will yield positive results in the long run. Combining this with my experience of feeling overly excited and then disheartened when I don't hear back from job applications has been is disheartening. As of late I found myself in a rut with my job search—despite my constant efforts, I wasn't receiving any responses. This left me frustrated and depleted, prompting me to take a step back and reconsider my approach. In the job search world, there's often pressure to submit as many applications as possible, aiming to boost statistics. However, I've learned that quality trumps quantity. It's more effective to apply wisely, focusing on positions where my skills and values truly align with the job description. After reassessing my strategy, I began targeting specific organizations that matched my aspirations. This shift in approach led me to invest more time in each application, conducting thorough research and tailoring my materials accordingly. I know this will pay off at some point! Instead of exhausting myself with a scattergun approach, I now emphasize research and diligence. It's about connecting the dots between my skills and the employer's needs. By taking this strategic approach, I'm confident that my efforts will eventually pay off. Remember, a well-planned shot is more likely to hit the target.

If your job listings don’t tell your company’s story in a compelling way, you’re missing a huge opportunity to connect with potential applicants. Give candidates a reason to click “Apply now!” In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to write a job listing that converts. Link in the comments. #JobListings #RecruitmentAdvice #HiringAdvice

The second half of the year is here, Here’s how to improve your search. Here are 5 steps to improve your job search 👇 1: start mapping - companies, hiring managers, HR, recruiters 2: network, network, network - start connecting, engaging and offering value 3: post on LinkedIn - if you don’t, someone else will 4: perfect your CV - a less than perfect CV is going to be ineffective 5: follow ups - you’ve planted the seeds, now water them This will require work, but nothing good comes easy, Remember, your job search should take 2-4 weeks. Ps, like this post if you’re going to implement these tips at the start of the week 🏃

Because I am hiring, I have had an extraordinary amount of people reaching out on LinkedIn, many inquiring about how to navigate the recruiting process...so here is some good advice that can be applied to any job search: 1. Respect the process. Most organizations, especially larger ones, require you to apply at their careers site. 2. Include a cover letter, even if it is not required. 3. Ensure your cover letter and resume/cv align with the job you are applying for. It should be inherently obvious that you have the skill sets the employer is seeking. 4. Although some may disagree, a targeted resume and cover letter will always do more than a generic version of each. 5. Know something about the company at which you are applying. If a company career page highlights its culture at the top of the page, it's probably worth paying attention. 6. Somebody is always going to be willing to go "above and beyond" in their application process. Be that somebody. Hope this helps!

Hey there, fellow job seekers and recruiters! Quick question... I'm currently revisiting my resume and could really use your input. When it comes to the job title section, I've heard a few different approaches. Some folks suggest adding a brief description of what the company does, while others recommend including a short blurb about their responsibilities at that company. Then there are those who just dive straight into bullet points. What are you all doing? I'd love to hear your thoughts on the best practice! Thanks in advance!

Happy Hump Day Network! 🐪 If you're on the job hunt and watching every penny, remember that marketing yourself for a role doesn't have to break the bank. It is not necessary to pay someone to review/edit your resume to land your dream role. Take the time to do the research and make the changes yourself! Consider these simple tips: - Prioritize formatting your Contact Details, Professional Summary, Therapeutic Areas, Phases, Systems/Vendor Experience, and Education. These details should be neatly displayed on the first page of your resume. Do not make the recruiter/hiring manager/computer search. - Formatting is everything. Ensure your resume is visibly appealing, not cluttered, and organized. - Tailor your resume to each role you are seeking. Review 5 - 10 job descriptions from varying companies for the role, notate the key job tasks from each description that reappear, ensure they are captured on your resume (if you have the experience), and keep bullets to a maximum of five for each role. - Enhance your achievements with statistics! "SDV'd a minimum of 60 pages at each monitoring visit while ensuring an average query resolution time of 5 days". Let the employer know that you not only know how to complete the role but know how to exceed expectations! - Remove any experience that is not relevant (Personal strategy.) - Provide bullets in past tense and remove first-person language. Remember, a little effort can go a long way in landing your dream job! 🚀 #JobSearchTips #ResumeWriting #CareerAdvice #HumpDayMotivation My inbox is open. Shoot me a message, and I'll look over your resume at no cost.