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Job seeking will forever grow with the improvements of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. These technologies are revolutionizing the way recruiters hunt for talent and handle interviews. According to the 2019 Canada Salary Guide, 83% of companies expect to adopt AI, machine learning, or automation tools in the next 1–3 years to streamline their employing and onboarding. How can job seekers arise to the difficulty? Here are 10 tips to help you land your dream job this year.

1. Sign up for job Alerts

Rather than wasting hours online searching for job postings, you can explore new opportunities by signing up for job alerts on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and other career sites. You’ll get a notification as soon as a job that satisfies your criteria opens up. Not only will you save time, but applying best away also improves your probability of getting noticed by a recruiter.

2. Tailor your resume to the job Description

Hiring administrators are using AI and automated resume screening to exclude candidates that don’t satisfy the job requirements. Thereby, your resume should highlight your most appropriate skills and experiences and involve keywords in the job description such as “data analysis” and “project management.” Nevertheless, this doesn’t involve altering your resume each time you apply—job descriptions overlay. Find out which basic skills and experiences are required for the type of character you're interested in to assist you in creating a substantial resume.

3. Communicate professionally, even with a chatbot

Recruitment bots are growing more popular. They help with automating interview scheduling, screening candidates, and answering questions. Even if you see yourself interacting with a chatbot, it’s excellent to stay professional. Your conversations with a recruitment bot are a written record that hiring handlers can see. So talk with a chatbot as you would with a recruiter, and don’t wait to ask questions to determine more about the company and job role.

4. Search engine optimize your LinkedIn profile

Recruiters use LinkedIn’s advanced data analytics engines to both find and engage with proper passive and active jobseekers. An up-to-date profile and endorsements, including references from managers, can help you get seen by the right people. Be sure also to show your industry, include a compelling title and key phrases which relate to the positions you are looking for.

5. Have an active social media presence

Building on the earlier point, having an effective social media presence will help you get noticed by recruiters. For example, follow LinkedIn Influencers and businesses and comment, like, or share content that’s related to your specialism or industry. You can also post your own professional insights and get entangled in forum discussions.

6. Look for a positive work environment

Your satisfaction and career success also depend on how well your work manner and values align with the company’s preferences. You can start to evaluate the company’s culture by looking at the company’s reviews online and viewing through the company’s career site and social media page. During the interview, find out from your possible manager what it’s like to work at the organization and, conversely, be qualified to communicate your interpersonal processes.

7. Get your resume mobile ready

Job opportunities can appear surprisingly—even while you’re browsing on your smartphone. Ensure your resume is convenient from all your devices so you can apply for roles anytime, anyplace, and anywhere. Your resume should also be mobile-friendly. This involves avoiding the use of columns to fit in the pane of the phone, including hyperlinks to your email address and phone number, and having the most critical information at the top.

8. Build and maintain your professional relationships

Although AI and related technologies transform the hiring process, people, not devices, will continue to play the predominant role in hiring and staff engagement. It’s essential to build and sustain your professional relationships both online and in person. Some ways to engage and connect with people involve attending networking and meetup experiences, managing networking coffee dates, and using mentoring platforms.

9. Update your skills

One of the main difficulties for employers is finding experienced candidates. According to the 2019 Hays Salary Guides, 78% of the US employers report being hit by the skills deficit, whereas in Canada, that number is as high as 82%. If you want to be acknowledged by employers, commit to upskilling yourself. Depending on your job, you can acquire the most advanced skills you need through online courses without busting your wallet.

10. Go above and beyond

If you want to really wow employers, go beyond the call of duty. This doesn’t mean owning a flashy resume or boasting all your actions. It’s great to show, rather than tell, your possible employer how you can be a real asset to the business. Research the corporation, ask questions, and find ways to support the company in achieving its objectives. For instance, create a prototype or a presentation that highlights your skills and gives a solution to a real problem.

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