Finding a new job is difficult in any season whether you’re searching for your first professional venture or you’re a seasoned executive. Add a global pandemic and an economic downturn to that, and a job search can feel completely daunting. With that in mind, there are some promising statistics to help motivate you during your job search. The job market is picking back up which is great, however it’s important to remember that a job search takes time, regardless of the situation. Don’t be so hard on yourself!
There are currently over 300,000 remote job postings in the U.S. listed on LinkedIn
This is very promising, particularly for those who don’t want to be tied to a physical location due to work. Amidst the pandemic, many people have changed their priorities and locations to better meet their needs. Maybe you want to live closer to family, closer to nature, or any other motive you might have. Regardless, the rise in remote jobs listed on LinkedIn increases the flexibility candidates have to take on roles that might not have previously been an option. If you’ve always wanted to work for a specific company or have dreamed of venturing into another sector of work, this might be your opportunity to do so! Instead of searching for jobs based on your location, consider broadening your horizons and searching for jobs based on skills you have.
The amount of remote job postings in the U.S. has increased six fold from March to December 2020
The fact that the amount of remote jobs posted has increased six fold within a year is a very promising statistic because it shows that companies are shifting requirements and priorities in line with the current job market and economic climate. According to a PwC survey, nearly 80% of CEOs believe that remote collaboration is going to be around for the long haul. This benefits workers who want to live elsewhere, want to have more flexibility with their schedule, and those who simply prefer working at home. The pandemic shed light on many faults, and it seems that to some extent, employers are listening, and extending the amount of remote work opportunities available.
Three people get hired on LinkedIn every minute
This is perhaps one of the most promising statistics to help motivate you during your job search. According to LinkedIn, three people get hired on LinkedIn every minute. Yes, you read that correctly.
This is an extremely promising statistic for the many people who are unemployed, underemployed, or simply unhappy with their job.
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These promising statistics to help motivate you during your job search suggest that a properly optimized LinkedIn profile is a key element of a strategic job search. If there was ever a time to update your LinkedIn profile, now is the time to do so. With the number of remote jobs rising and the high rate of candidates getting hired through LinkedIn, it’s crucial to ensure that your LinkedIn profile is up to date and optimized based on the jobs you’re interested in applying to.
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Note** All statistics gathered by LinkedIn. For the full article, click here.