With the holiday season rapidly approaching, many otherwise active job seekers find themselves putting their searches on hold. Why? Although conventional wisdom advises that companies are unlikely to engage in hiring during the hustle and bustle time of year, a surprising 53% of employers actually do continue to schedule interviews throughout December.

If employers are not pausing their search to find qualified candidates to fill their vacant positions during the holiday season, there is no reason why you should bring your job search to a temporary halt.  After all, you may end up giving yourself the greatest holiday gift of all: a new job! If you are still uncertain on where to take your job search between now and the end of the year, consider these great benefits of continuing your search during the holiday season:

  • Gain an edge over the competition. The job market is fierce and it can be difficult to stand out from the competition. Continuing your job search throughout the holiday season automatically gives you the upper hand against other candidates who have opted to take a break from job seeking until the holidays have passed.
  • Network at holiday parties. Holiday parties are in abundance throughout the month of December and provide prime opportunities to socialize with colleagues as well as network with potential new contacts. Exchange contact info through business cards or other means and don’t be afraid to follow up!
  • Keep momentum high. Kicking your job search into full gear during the holidays prevents you from hitting standstill. Job seeking can be disheartening at times, especially in a recovering economy; while it is healthy and recommended to take a few days off if you begin to feel burnout, never take as long as a few weeks or even a month. To find your next job, it is imperative to keep looking, and continuing your search through the holidays means you will never lose momentum towards your goals.

The hiring process may be on the slower side during the holidays, but that is no reason to postpone your job search until after the new year. Staffers, Inc. specializes in helping qualified Mississippi job seekers find their perfect job with top area companies hiring in Jackson. If you are looking to take your job search to the next level this holiday season, contact Jackson’s staffing professionals at Staffers, Inc. today!

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