There’s no doubt that the pandemic turned the economy upside down. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t any companies hiring. Many businesses have reopened and while some are simply striving to navigate through this constantly evolving time, many more have taken this opportunity to reinvent themselves and are likely in need of employees with new skillsets. Think about stores in Hawaii that have closed their brick and mortar doors and are now turning their focus to online sales exclusively in 2021. Do you have skills in banking and financial transactions, sales, manufacturing, compliance, human resources, accounting, or IT? These are just some of the skills still very much in demand and here are the best people and places you can connect with to find out who are hiring during the pandemic.

Connect With Organizations Online

One great way to find out who’s hiring is to network with organizations or companies that may need your skills.  It’s not enough to just apply to their open positions. You have to start networking with the recruiters or hiring managers. LinkedIn is a great place for doing this. It has been an excellent resource for job seekers to ask people for referrals or recommendations. You can also choose to follow organizations or join industry groups. Many people have been turning to LinkedIn for their job search, especially now as we socially distance.

Stay in Touch With Family and Friends

You can’t go wrong with finding out who’s hiring from the people you know the best. Stay in touch with your family and friends regarding who’s hiring in your field of interest. They should be your primary point of contact in finding a job. They already know your personality, skills, and background. They could also help you identify what makes you stand out as a potential candidate for that dream job. Utilize them as a great resource in finding work.

Do Research on In-Demand Industries

Reading news articles on industries that are hiring is another good method of job search. There are plenty of magazines and online publications for every in-demand industry. These publications offer trending information on the best companies in technology, health, finance, etc. If you’ve been thinking about changing careers, this information helps stay informed about the most in-demand careers now.

Utilize Other Social Media Sites

In addition to LinkedIn, other forms of social media are also vital to finding a job. Facebook does happen to have a job search board targeting various industries. Also remember that recruiters and hiring managers will look at your online presence and your posts will make an impression with them. If you’re on Facebook or Instagram, make sure the photos of you and your family are appropriate. Otherwise, if your photos are questionable, you might think about removing them. Before looking for a job, curate your social posts to be the best reflection of who you are.

Join Online Job Board Websites

Another popular method of finding those hiring are utilizing online job boards. These boards are always updating with hot jobs in all sorts of industries and once you sign up, you begin to receive job alert emails based on your experience and interests. Sign up for Bishop & Company job alerts here.

The Power of Staffing Agencies

Staffing and temporary recruiting firms are also excellent sources in finding work during these hard times. They can help you find quality work hiring in different industries. Whether you’re looking for something temporary, temp-to-hire, or direct-hire, staffing agencies are instrumental in placing the top candidates in the right roles. Staffing agencies also have jobs not listed any other place, a huge value add for those looking for C-Suite and Management positions.

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Tips from the Pros

Check out our Career Tips page dedicated to employer job seekers. Great insider job search tips here.

Conclusion

We at Bishop & Company are a staffing agency and executive search firm that have been helping Honolulu residents find great jobs since 1986. As our candidate, you’ll have access to a huge database of opportunities that are not advertised to the public. We also help you prepare for that job interview ahead of time. For more information on our job searching services, contact us today.