Trend 1:

Companies are beginning to hire again.

Between November 2009 and November 2010, the total number of job openings rose 32%, according to the Labor Department.

Trend 2:

Lots of people are out there looking for jobs.  People who are unhappy with their jobs but were afraid to leave as well as the unemployed.

 Between December 2009 and December 2010, recruiters saw a 17% increase in applications per opening, according to the Corporate Executive Board.

Trend 3: 

Job boards and job postings generating thousands of unqualified applicants are being replaced by focused recruiting and increased use of social networking sites.

A  recent WSJ article stated,  "nearly 80% of respondents said they plan to increase their use of job-board alternative methods this year, such as employee referrals and other websites like Facebook  or LinkedIn".

What  can  you do today to take advantage of the trends?

Set your intention. 

What do you want now?  What is your perfect position? What five to ten companies might have that position?

Be Ready for Action. 

Get your resume current.    Does it reflect the value you bring to an organization?  Is your resume aligned with where you want to go rather than only where you've been? 

Check out your LinkedIn and Facebook profiles.  Are the keywords you're using reflective of what you want now as well as what you offer to your current or future employer?  Are your posts consistent with your professional image?

Continually nurture your personal brand. 

Get personalized mentoring and support.

It's much easier to take advantage of trends and opportunities if you're not feeling alone or overwhelmed. 

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