The job market has changed and so have job seekers. The days of traditional classifieds are gone and job hunters have also evolved with the changing environment.

These days, approximately 70% of the workforce is either looking out for a new job or is interested in a new job. According to research, younger candidates will also be looking to change jobs every three to four years.This makes the jobsearch a continuous process.

The following will help you understand how recruitment works in today’s job market.

Embrace Social Networking

The job boards are out there, but they are not as important anymore. Today, recruiters, employers, and job seekers are also using social media to find the best match. As a result, it is important to pay attention to your online footprint and ensure that all your profiles are up to date and optimized.

Job seekers and recruiters are increasingly using social networking sites like Linkedin to connect with each other. This is also a good way for those on the hunt to pay attention to the online activity of employers and recruitment / headhunting agencies.

Know Your Potential Employer

Google searches have become an essential part of everyday life and so it’s no surprise that it’s also part of job searches. Job seekers know a lot about a potential employer and are seeking more satisfaction from potential jobs.

Company reviews and comments made by others now dictate whether one deems a job worthy of an application. As a result,companies need to pay attention and work on an employer brand as it will affect the quality of their workforce. According to a recent business research, companies will invest time into marketing themselves as employers (just like they market products).

Offline Is Still Alive

The online environment is congested and it isn’t easy for a job hunter to get noticed. So it’s still important to engage in offline networking activities to stand out.

Finding a balance between online and offline networking will be the key to getting hired. As more and more employers stop posting their vacancies on their company websites, it will be up to the job seeker to use their social capital with online and offline networks to find the perfect job.