Finding a new job during a global health crisis is not easy. It can be demoralizing to keep sending out resumes and searching job boards when openings are few and far between. And while it is undoubtedly a difficult time to switch jobs, there are career opportunities out there. Practical tips and advice from job seekers who have successfully landed a job during the pandemic can help increase your chances.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s be honest\u2014in many ways, this year has been one of the most difficult times in recent history to be looking for a new job. Social distancing protocols mean that in-person recruitment activities, such as career fairs, on-site job interviews, and networking events are canceled. But while there still are hiring freezes and cutbacks in many companies, there are some opportunities. The Philippine Statistics Authority reported that unemployment hit an all-year high of nearly 18 percent in April 2020 but, fortunately, this has since gone down to almost 9 percent in October.<\/p>\n
Now is not the time to call off your job search. The COVID-19 pandemic may be a challenging time to look for a new role, but it is not impossible.<\/p>\n
With flexible thinking and adapting, and by practicing patience and casting a wide net, you can land a job during the pandemic. Take it from four successful candidates who stayed positive, proactive, and focused:<\/p>\n