It will take you a really long time and a large number of applications before you get a single response, and even more to finally get hired.Even with telecommuting on a rising trend, there are still not enough positions for everyone who are opting for a home-based career so competition is quite high.
Not to mention some companies are only partly virtual so it’s easy to mistake their listings to be office-based.In a sense, seeking online work positions is much like looking for buried treasure—laborious.The good news is that, by changing the way you search and applying the following strategies, you will increase your chances of discovering remote roles perfect for you.Strategy #1: Keep It OrganisedThe process is daunting enough; you don’t need a messy checklist to add to your stress levels.
Following this line of thought, it may be said that you’re six people away from landing that ideal gig.
Browse through your Slack channels, Twitter connections, and Facebook friends for people worth strengthening a professional relationship with.How to contactCustomise your message according to your contact’s organization and position.
Some of them are filled internally through promotions while others are handled through applicant tracking systems like Zoho Recruit.This is a problem for you as a job seeker because you will not be aware of them unless you are part of their existing candidate pool.Fortunately for you, Google has a search function that allows you to look up these secret opportunities.
Next, filter the results to show only the most recent results, preferably those posted within the last month.Strategy #4: Be The FirstSometimes, recruiters can’t be bothered to check beyond the first few applicants.