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Jobs are tight in today’s economy. With seven applicants for each vacancy, the competition is fierce. The perfect resume, attitude and focus are required to impress hiring managers looking for the best fit. Despite the fact that it’s an employer’s market, there are still candidates out there not willing to sacrifice their career choice for a paycheck.
Who are the faces behind these job seekers who are not willing to accept a job just to pay bills in this tight economy? Surely it must be a job seeker that has only been out of work for a week or so and does not realize the seriousness of the job market. Recruiters, however, are finding out that is not always the case. There are many professionals that have a strong desire to hold true to their profession and not accept a job for anything less then the ideal position. Whether they are out of work a day, a week or a year, they don’t feel it’s time to abandon their “true calling”.
There are those jobseekers, however, that have determined that perhaps the strong conviction they felt two to three months prior may not be the best game plan. Realizing that jobs are tight, they have decided to slightly alter their plans to accepting the next available position offered.
Most people in the job market must weigh the pros and cons of taking a job to pay the bills versus taking a job that will allow them to remain or advance in their career. For example unless the bank account has multiple zeros behind the leading digit, consider how long the budget will allow for an extended job search. Again, keep in mind the figure of seven applicants for every vacancy. If the money is not that important, consider the availability of jobs within the field. There are pockets of careers that are maintaining hiring levels despite the economy. According to the Department of Labor, registered nurses, auto mechanics and computer support specialists are currently occupations with the most openings.
There is some consolation; however, the job market has the possibility of turning around within the next 24 to 48 months. There are also actions that can be taken to maintain skill levels even when the decision is made to abandon career plans for bill paying.
To determine which jobs are currently in demand, visit the Department of Labor’s website:
Occupations with the Most Openings.
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