There comes a time in every job seeker’s journey where it feels like they’re seeing the same open positions day after day. Where are all the new jobs?

It’s time you found out about the hidden job market, where companies have open jobs but they’re not announcing them publicly. Instead, those open positions are discussed through insiders — people already at the company who share with their networks, family and friends — or in partnership with staffing companies, like FurstStaffing. 

The good news is that you can access this hidden job market! 

The first place to start is by investing in your network. Make sure you’re utilizing your LinkedIn and other professional networking social media platforms. Talk about your career aspirations and share articles about your line of work, asking questions or sharing opinions on the topics. Make sure your profile is up-to-date and that you’ve turned on the “open to network” option. Join groups and conversations about the kind of work you’re interested in and make connections with people in the companies where you think you’d like to be. Don’t forget your friends and family; they might hear about an open position that could be great for you! Not every job is posted publicly; some companies prefer to promote from within or to ask their employees for referrals as it’s a good indication of employee satisfaction. 

The real secret weapon, however, is working with a staffing company.

Staffing agencies offer companies the ability to find qualified candidates for their jobs quickly, without going through the traditional process. It’s faster for the company, because the staffing agencies often can review and sort resumes, possibly even conducting initial interviews or screening calls, passing along the candidates that appear to be the best fit for the position. 

When you, as a job seeker, partner with FurstStaffing, you immediately become one of those possible candidates. The experts at FurstStaffing will work with you to understand your work experience and your career aspirations. We also can offer some skills assessments and access to training to help you understand where a little extra knowledge or practice might help you stand out from other applicants. Additionally, we can let you know when new positions come in to us that meet your interests and, if you’re a good fit for the job, we can talk you up as a strong candidate to the company we partner with, helping you get a closer look with the people in charge of deciding who gets an in-person interview and who doesn’t. 

Partnering with a staffing company is so beneficial for job seekers! It’s a better way to make sure your resume is in its best form and can be quickly provided to hiring managers for consideration. And if companies are working with staffing agencies, they’re looking to fill positions quickly, meaning your job search might come to an end faster! 

Best of all, working with a staffing agency is 100% free for job seekers. 

If you’d like to learn more, start by looking at our jobs board to see the positions we’re working to fill right now. If something catches your eye, it’s time to contact FurstStaffing and get the conversation started. All it takes is a few minutes of your time and it could put you on the path toward a great new career!