When you lose a job, you are in panic mode. Layoff trauma is real
Your first reaction is to update your résumé and apply to every job that seems a halfway-decent fit. This is normal and natural. You need a measure of control in what is otherwise the chaos of unemployment.
However blindly sending applications - spray and pray - does not work.
You need to follow a structured approach that emphasizes both self-assessment and strategic engagement to find a new job fast, that also satisfies you. Each step aids in clarifying your own goals, making you a better candidate for future employers.
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You should follow the 7 steps below to improve your job search process. However, not everyone wants to do this process alone or you may need help and motivation to move along this path.