Job Search Tips for the Holiday Season

The holiday season typically runs throughout December until a few days after the New Year. It is a time when we’re encouraged to wind down activities, connect with family, friends, and colleagues, and get into the festive spirit.

But we can learn to use this time to our advantage — to be proactive and prepare for the New Year.

Reach Out and Seek New Opportunities: This time of year presents opportunities for reaching out to employers. Meeting new connections in a casual holiday setting is one of the best ways to develop a relationship. Reach out to your network to get warm referrals to people who may potentially provide opportunities for employment.

Research Trends: We are fortunate to have access to labour market information at the federal, provincial, and local levels. The down-time of the holidays allows time for us to catch up on labour market trends.

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Plan ahead and Set Goals: The holiday season is an opportunity to think about where we want to go with our careers. It is a time to explore options for our professional development and self-improvement. Professional development does not need to cost a lot of money. There are valuable resources at the local public library where you can access online courses facilitated by leading industry professionals.

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Explore the Calgary Career Hub Virtual Resource Room : Our Virtual Resource Centre is a self-serve portal open to everyone, 24/7 and 365 days per year. This is where you will find current information on topics relevant to every job search. Click the link, get your password, and browse all 10 categories. Virtual Resource Centre