{"id":2161,"date":"2021-05-11T13:07:14","date_gmt":"2021-05-11T07:37:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/?p=2161"},"modified":"2021-05-11T13:07:14","modified_gmt":"2021-05-11T07:37:14","slug":"myths-job-search-economic-recession","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/myths-job-search-economic-recession\/","title":{"rendered":"Debunking Common Myths About Job Search During A Recession"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is very easy for us to believe in myths, but equally tough to overcome them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One such myth is \u2018<\/span><b>Job search during a recession <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a waste of time\u2019. No matter how tough it feels to find or get one, jobs s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">till exist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s consider this Covid pandemic as an example, people had to switch to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/7-tips-for-remote-working-work-from-home-in-2021\/\"><b>remote working <\/b><\/a>because of the lockdown<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In the beginning, everyone faced a lot of difficulties dealing with the situation and this changing working conditions at the same time. But with focus and patience, people have accepted this new normal. Similarly, myths can be tough to deal but with focus and patience, we can overcome them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this; Let\u2019s expose some of the most common myths about downturn job hunting. And the facts you need to know, that may eventually change your mind. Some of the most common myths are:-<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No one is recruiting new candidates.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will offer less money.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are over 50-55 forget about your new job.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only toppers and studious candidates will get the job.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can search for lots of jobs online.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temporary jobs have no life.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can only wait, nothing is in your hands.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t wait for any second option.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s bust these myths one by one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. No one is recruiting new candidates:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The economic condition varies according to the business for every country, some industries are affected much compared to others during an economic downfall. Many companies experience drastic economic growth, while some are set for a quick bounce back. Also, many companies lay off some old employees and hire freelancers, interns, or part-time candidates for jobs, to save some money. This provides more job opportunities to those if they are not looking for full-time jobs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. They will offer less money:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThey will offer less money at this time\u201d, \u201cyou can get more of what you are getting\u201d, \u201chow will you be able to manage with such low payment?\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hear a lot of stuff like this, and end up believing that we will not be paid a good amount so it\u2019s better to avoid j<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ob search during a recession.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/money-2180330_960_720-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"job hunt during a recession\" width=\"321\" height=\"214\" class=\" wp-image-2166 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/money-2180330_960_720-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/money-2180330_960_720-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/money-2180330_960_720-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/money-2180330_960_720.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 321px) 100vw, 321px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But the fact is that companies are always ready to pay for good employees, they know the value of good employees and the benefit of offering them a competitive wage to get them in their team. We all know our market value in the job sectors, and asking for less can be a turnoff. It\u2019s good to be flexible, but being adamant or too flexible will make the employer feel that you will leave as soon as something better comes along.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. If you are over 50-55 forget about your new job:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At times of economic downturns companies search for ways to cut their costs and remember training a fresher or junior employee increases company costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a difference between; f<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inding a candidate who has good experience and needs minimum training a<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nd bringing junior employees with zero experience. This can easily make up a salary difference.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Only toppers and studious candidates will get the job:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the very beginning, one myth everyone has in their mind is that if you are an average student you will not get any job, but these days nothing guarantees you a job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your education and marks do play a vital role for some companies, but experience usually trumps education, though not always but in most cases. And remember your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/interests-hobbies-cv-added-tips\/\"><b>interests<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, skills, and experience are also equally important as your education to get a job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. You can search for lots of jobs online:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The start point for your job search is platforms, you search and research for different ways and platforms to apply. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-photo-533446-300x169.jpeg\" alt=\"connections for follow up\" width=\"355\" height=\"200\" class=\" wp-image-2060 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-photo-533446-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-photo-533446-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/pexels-photo-533446-1024x576.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, maybe online platforms are not the only place to look. An in-person meeting, establishing personal networks, and social networks are proving to be crucial and effective for job search.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Temporary jobs have no life:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Till the time you are waiting for something better to come along, temporary jobs prove to be the best savior, you can make money and learn different skills. It also gives you a home to explore, so that you can decide what job profile best suits you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this doesn\u2019t mean that temporary jobs have dead ends, these jobs can take a permanent turn as well. And if not, you have some skills and experience to <a href=\"https:\/\/cvdragon.com\/blog\/writing-resume-first-7-steps\/\"><strong>make your resume<\/strong><\/a> strong. Some organizations hire different people on a contract basis or as a temporary intern out of cautiousness and if everything goes well, they make them permanent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. You can only wait, nothing is in your hands:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every time in every situation, we all have heard that we can do nothing, nothing is in our hands but the fact is that everything is in our hands. Just sending out a <\/span><b>resume <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and waiting without making any next move will not assure us of any job opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have to step out and aggressively search. You have to seek out every job position, even if the positions are not advertised by networking people, and then meet up with hiring managers at your target companies. Applying blindly for different jobs and sitting after sending a few resumes will not get you a job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Don\u2019t wait for any second option:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job search during a recession\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">has forced us to listen to one thing, \u201cyou should take the very first job offer you get in this situation\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easy and obvious in most cases to accept the very first offer you get in this time of economic downfall, but try to make time and consider as many options as possible. Working as an intern, freelancer, or even taking temporary jobs can be a good option than settling yourself in a compromising job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bottom line:<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Job search during a recession\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">follows a lot of myths and hassles but staying positive will help you land your dream job.\u00a0Never let the myths make you wait for something you could get earlier. Believe in your energy and take a chance, maybe you will be the one to break the stereotype. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the facts and overcome these myths that are stopping you from getting your dream job. Struggling to find a good job in times of economic downturn can be exhausting but following even a few of these tips will help you with your process, just stay positive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is very easy for us to believe in myths, but equally tough to overcome them.\u00a0 One such myth is \u2018Job search during a recession is a waste of time\u2019. 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