Source: Dumb Little Man
In October 2009, at the end of the Great Recession, unemployment hit 10%. Finding a job was hard. Many people, especially recent graduates who lacked experience, ended up taking part-time jobs or working in a field that didn’t actually require a degree.
Unemployment has been falling slowly and steadily and it’s now down to 3.
8% but many people are still struggling to find work.Why Is It So Hard?
The hiring process isn’t what it used to be. In the United States, from application to the final hiring decision, getting a job takes 23.8 days. That’s only if you’re actually successful in getting hired.
Add in a couple of rejections along the way and the process can easily take 6 weeks or more. The more specialized the position you’re seeking, the longer it’ll take for you to get hired.
Hiring new employees isn’t what it used to be.
With online job boards attracting more applicants and easy online applications, recruiters have more resumes to sift through than ever before. Most big companies use algorithms to sort through resumes, looking for the most qualified candidates.
Algorithms might speed up the process but they also make it harder for individuals to stand out. They also make it less likely that recruiters will take a chance on a less qualified but driven candidate. If your resume does make it past the algorithm and onto a recruiter’s desk, you face the next hurdle.
Before, job seekers used cover letters to stand out from the crowd, sharing their less obvious qualifications or passion for a particular company.
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