CHARLESTON, S.C. – As we move forward in 2021, we are hoping for some sense of “normal” to return to our lives, but some changes from the pandemic will remain in today’s work environment. Here are four things that will remain with us in our new normal.
Internal Talent
The best job opportunity may be within your own organization. Organizations are first looking internally to find the right person to fill positions. According to a recent Deloitte report entitled, Activating the internal talent marketplace, this methodology helps organizations apply the talent they already have more effectively. Eventually, such marketplaces are expected to evolve into a place where employees can stretch roles, assignments, be mentored, and create other opportunities to develop their skills. This new normal in internal focus means that employees will need to become more adept at navigating their current workplaces, ensuring that their own skills set, training, and goals are up-to-date, to find their next role within their organization.
Your Online Presence
As candidates for employment are being sought by employers, recruiters and hiring managers via digital or online connections, you need to know that your digital footprint matters. It is important to clean up your social accounts, make sure you are providing and creating relevant content that will catch the eye of potential employers. Job search websites, like Monster.com, all offer you examples of how you can improve your digital presence.
Networking online is one of the new ways of job searching in 2021. LinkedIn is the go-to website for networking, but you can create professional content on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, as well, to engage with potential employers and other professionals in your career field.
Employers and Capable Employees
In a Fast Company article written by Gwen Moran, 6 Skills Employees Will Need in the Post-Pandemic Workplace, Moran refers to Gartner data which found one-third of the skills listed in an average 2017 job posting, would not be relevant by 2021. Roles are being redefined and employers are looking for candidates with problem-solving abilities, along with other talents like self-direction, comfort with technology, and strong communication skills across various platforms. Make sure your resume and digital presence demonstrate your areas of expertise.
Where Jobs Are Located Will Not Matter as Much
With the existence of so many opportunities for working remotely, where you live may become less of a factor in your job search. Therefore, look for those jobs that offer you that flexibility. Check out this article on remote work statistics.
Finding employment in 2021, like so many other areas of work-life, may cause you to explore new avenues of self-discovery that will help your success in finding the right workplace for you.
For free public access to computers and tools to guide in the employment search process, job seekers can visit any Charleston County Public Library open for in-person services or access the job-seeking tools page on our website, Let Us Help: Resources for Employment, Small Business, Finances, and More. Additionally, our library staff can provide information on how to access materials and instructions for conducting a job search at the SC WORKS website, filing for unemployment at the SC DEW Website and information on where to locate SC Works Centers if they need more in-depth assistance with their job search.
With a little bit of practice and self-patience, you will be ready to take on the next steps in your future career. If you would like more information about how to apply for jobs online, assistance in finding resources, tips on how to get the job-hunting process started or more, please reach out to us at CCPL by email, chat, or text. Remember, you are not alone.