9 (and a half)Top Tools To Support Your Job Search
Before we start, a quick caveat. Whilst all the tools I mention in this article might make the often laborious process of CV writing, job applications and interviews a little less painful, in reality there are very few legitimate short cuts to finding a new position. The hard work starts AND stops with you.
So with that out of the way, here are a selection of some of the best tools available today to support your job search.
Supercharge Your CV
Zety
Career-Ready Templates: Zety is in tune with what recruiters in different fields are looking for. Their career-specific templates take the guesswork out of formatting, letting you focus on the content.
Content Hints: Zety doesn't just help with the layout; it elevates your content too. Get automated tips that help your CV shine in a sea of generic buzzwords.
Peek Behind the Curtain
The Muse
Company Insights: Get a behind-the-scenes look at companies with The Muse's profiles, interviews, and video tours. No more guessing what you're walking into.
Career Advice: Feeling a bit stuck? Their articles and coaches can offer actionable advice for every stage of your job search.
The Future Is Flexible
Flexa
Flexibility that fits: Every company listed on Flexa passes a rigorous verification process. No more guessing about work-life balance; what you see is what you get.
Employee-Verified: Flexa's ratings aren't just corporate lip service; they're based on anonymous employee surveys. Real insights from real people
Know Your Worth
Payscale
Knowledge is power: Payscale offers a personalised salary report based on job title, location, and experience so you can go into that negotiation fully armed.
Industry Trends: Keep your finger on the pulse with data on salary trends and job market forecasts and be the most clued up person in your interview.
Prepare to Impress
Pramp
Role-Specific Drills: Pramp lets you fine-tune your interview skills with mock interviews designed for the exact role you're aiming for. No more one-size-fits-all practice questions.
Feedback Folder: Get more than just a pat on the back. Pramp's peer reviews provide constructive feedback from someone who's been in your shoes, offering invaluable external perspective on how you're doing.
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Fill Those Knowledge Gaps
Udemy
Real-World Ready: Udemy's courses aren't just theoretical—they're designed to equip you with the practical skills you'll actually use on the job.
Pick Your Topic: Whether you're looking to master Python or public speaking, Udemy's extensive course catalogue has got you covered.
Keep Your Ducks in a Row
Trello
Visual Tracker: Between updating your CV and prepping for interviews, job hunting can feel like juggling. Trello’s visual boards help you keep track of it all.
Group Effort: Coordinating your job search with others? Trello lets multiple users collaborate on the same board, streamlining the whole process.
Emails That Work
Boomerang for Gmail
Know When: Ever hit 'send' and then agonised over whether your email got lost in the void? Boomerang's read receipts take the guesswork out.
Timed Perfectly: Schedule your emails to land in the recruiter's inbox at just the right moment, maximising your chances of a swift reply.
Career Inspo
The Jobsworth Podcast
Tune In: Check out my podcast, 'Jobsworth', and hear from people who are radically changing their relationship with work AND the businesses that are building incredible environments to look after their most important asset.
Recruiters (good ones)
Half a tool: I'm sure I won't be the only person that's described a recruiter as a tool before (and not even a full one) but in all seriousness, find yourself a good recruiter that takes the time to get to you know, your aspirations and your non negotiables and you've just levelled up your job search experience. It doesn't have to be me...but it could be 😁
So that's it.
Combine these bad boys and you've got yourself a pretty powerful support crew but remember, these tools do and mean very little without you controlling them so don't lose hold of the reigns as you go.
Now, what are you waiting for? Dive in and let me know how it goes.
Much love,
John X
Programme Manager | RAF Veteran | innovation | Defence
1yHoly moly! This is great stuff, I am saving this post and adding the sites to favourites now.
Customer Care Manager for Kier Construction Western & Wales | Stakeholder Management | Supply chain collaboration | Ex HM Forces
1yJohn Hawker AKA the gift that keeps on giving! Absolute quality mate, thank you for sharing.
Empowering HR & Change Leaders to Drive Successful Change | Boost Engagement & Innovation for Sustainable Growth | 16 Yrs. Supporting Organisational Change & Professional Transitions | Executive Coach, Trainer
1yGreat tools here John Hawker ( and I’d second the recruiter as a great tool 😉
Global Leader of Strategy, Change, Transformation, & Organizational Culture.
1yThis is pure gold John! Thank you for sharing. As for Boomerang (a Gmail plug in), it seems like Gmail already does the scheduled email feature. Am I missing something?