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How to stay calm and focused when looking for a job

Looking for a new job can be a daunting task. You may have to be patient and wait a bit longer than you originally wanted to in order to get your dream role, but a little patience can make it all worthwhile. That’s why we’ve put together some top tips to help you stay calm and focused as you battle the jobs market.

Focus on your vision
Spend your free time figuring out exactly what it is you want to do and be. Ask yourself and analyse what could’ve been different in your current/last role, what kind of business you want to work for in the future and what you want to achieve in the next 5-10 years. This will give you a clear vision of what you want to be and the path you want to go down. The last thing you want is to apply for a job you aren’t really interested in and then end up in the same position you are in now in a few years’ time because you don’t enjoy what you’re doing.

Don’t glue yourself to jobsites

Limit the time you spend on jobsites, checking once a day for a set amount of time. This stops you spending hours scrolling through jobs for hours on end, which can be demoralising. Jobsites aren’t the only place to find opportunities and you don’t want this to take over your life. Use your connections, look on company websites and of course work with recruitment agencies – this could save you a lot of time and effort if they know you are looking and bring the job to you.

Keep up to date with industry news
Whether you are currently employed or unemployed at the moment, it’s important to keep up to date on industry news, who is expanding and what companies are doing in your market. Make sure you’re in the know of all the latest happenings, locally and globally as this could prove useful when you do land a job interview, showing your passion for your job.

Network/ stay active
Another very important thing to do when you’re on the hunt for your dream job is to network. LinkedIn is an especially useful tool to use as it’s full of industry professionals and recruiters waiting for candidates just like you to snap up opportunities. Connect with people, and stay active. Staying active is especially important due to the fact that the more you like, comment on social media, the more people are likely to see your profile. It only take one person to notice you and think “they’re quite interesting, let’s interview them”.

Stay positive
Our final piece of advice is to stay positive. Yes, it could be a long process, but don’t let it deter you from finding the perfect role. Your attitude is everything when it comes to your career, so if you keep your head held high and believe that you have the power to succeed, then you’re destined to do well. What’ve you got to lose?

We hope these tips help you stay calm and focused in your search for success. Why not use our job search tool to find your next role today?

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"First Recruitment Group’s service delivery has always been to a high standard and the customer service provided by the team has ensured that First Recruitment Group will remain a preferred supplier of engineering personnel to WorleyParsons on our future engineering projects."

WorleyParsons

"In my dealings with First I have found them to be responsive, knowledgeable, quality-focused and engaging in their approach. I would have no hesitation in recommending the services of First Recruitment Group to any prospective customers."

Global Engineering Consultancy

"We have a good working relationship with First Recruitment and they always put every effort in to filling our positions whether it's on a permanent or contract basis. First have an honest and open approach to recruitment and their clients which is refreshing. First offer an excellent payroll service which compliments their overall delivery service to MWH Treatment."

MWH Treatment

“As the biggest services supplier to the nuclear industry our demand for personnel is significant, when I have an urgent requirement I know I can rely on First Recruitment to rise to the challenge.

“As a preferred supplier for temporary labour and a fundamental part of our permanent recruitment process we get the right people at the right time. Whether its highly technical/specialist resources or back office support personnel the approach is to the same high standard.”

Veolia Nuclear Solutions

"It’s great to work with a recruitment agency we trust. The team at First Recruitment Group are friendly and straight talking and they continue to provide an excellent service. We’re proud to still be working with them after 20 years."

Simon Carves Engineering Ltd

"First Recruitment are on the 1st Tier of Sweett Europe’s preferred supplier list. We have found First recruitment to be hugely supportive and value adding partners to Sweett, helping us source a wide range of roles. The consultants at First are hugely knowledgeable and have a real desire to listen to, and understand, our needs. They have shown an unrivalled desire to work on hard to fill roles using innovative methods to ensure they always supply us with CVs.

"I have been hugely impressed by their willingness to support us, even when we have simply been after guidance which would not attract them a fee. I would be more than happy to recommend First Recruitment Group to any prospective organisation, and to discuss in more detail their capabilities."

Sweett Group

“We’ve worked with First Recruitment for over 12 years and have built up a great relationship with their team. They’ve helped us in sourcing contractors for our chemical division, maintaining consistently high standards in delivery, and we hope to continue building on this relationship in the future. I have no hesitation in recommending First to others.”

Haden Freeman Limited

"We have used First Recruitment to support the recruitment of several key roles within our business. The quality of the candidates put forward were extremely high which helped enormously in our ability to fill all roles, also the candidates have all been a success since joining our business. They were prompt, knowledgeable and very professional and made the recruitment process for us extremely simple. The service we have received has been first class and I would highly recommend the services of First Recruitment to any Company looking to fill a vacancy."

Meadow Vale Food Group

“I have worked with First Recruitment frequently over the last couple of years. Their ability to understand our business and support me in terms of recruitment has been excellent. Candidates are screened initially to meet our requirements and taken through the process in a professional way. I would have no hesitation in recommending First Recruitment to any employer who needs that little extra support in their recruitment process."

Bokomo Foods (UK) Limited

“I have found First Recruitment to be very efficient and professional in their approach to recruitment. They were able to gain an in depth understanding of the needs of our business and source high quality candidates. I would highly recommend their services to anyone with a recruitment need.”

AAK

"First Group are one of the key suppliers to Cobham. The team are quick to respond, friendly and professional, and as such have made a massive difference to the account. The team have supported and filled a variety of roles. Without hestitation I would recommend First."

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