“Tim – I’m not sure I’m ready to actively look around. But I’d like to keep my ear to the ground.” Can’t tell you how often I’ve heard that over the years. Every day? Pretty much.
The phrase “keeping your ear to the ground” dates back to ancient times when soldiers would listen for vibrations in the ground to detect approaching enemies. ⚔️ Today, the phrase has a more metaphorical meaning, referring to the act(s) of paying attention, staying informed and being alert to new developments & opportunities. 🕵️♀️
In the context of a job search, keeping your ear to the ground means being proactive in your information gathering activities. This includes:
💡 Networking with people in your industry: Attend industry events, join professional organizations, and connect with people on LinkedIn. 🤝
💡 Following companies you’re interested in: Stay up to date on their news, hiring activity and job openings. 🗞️
💡 Setting up job alerts: Use online job boards and company websites to receive notifications when new positions are posted. 🔔
💡 Talking to recruiters: Recruiters can be a great source of information about unadvertised job openings. 🧑💼Make sure to pick one who you can trust that has been around a while.
By keeping your ear to the ground, you could be in the best position to hear about and apply for new opportunities before they’re even publicly posted. 💯 This will give you a unique competitive edge and possibly help you land your dream job sooner. 🚀
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