4 Ways to Job Search During the Holidays - Glassdoor - FlexJobs

4 Ways to Job Search During the Holidays - Glassdoor - FlexJobs4 Ways to Job Search During the Holidays - Glassdoor -We all know that job searching around the holiday season has a bad reputation, yet the assumption that this is unproductive, particularly between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve, is a complete misconception Corporations are still working throughout the season, so why arent you? Not to mention this puts you at an advantage over other candidates who are not searching for jobs during this time of the year.Below are four tips to job search during the holidays 1.) Practice PatienceHiring managers are busy trying to fill positions before the year is over, so anticipate a possible delay in communication and any potential interview scheduling during this time. It is advisable to show that you are flexible by working around prior engagements and personal time off.2.) Preserve Your Online PresenceThe holiday season is not an excuse for allowing your Facebook, Twitter, or Linkedin profiles fall to the wayside. Your social networks offer great opportunities to network and connect with potential colleagues.3.) Take Advantage of Holiday PartiesRestock your business cards, the holiday networking season is here No matter where youre going, whether it is a party with friends or family, you should think of it as a good chance to get your name out there. You never know who you could meet, so keep your options open.4.) Send a Holiday CardEven in the digital age, the power of an old-fashioned personal card still holds true. You could send cards to individuals who have been influential in your career or who have helped you network, as well as anyone you have recently interviewed with. If the latter is the case, dont forget to say thank you for their time.Its still possible to job search during the holidays, but take some time for yourself, too. Most importantly, relax and enjoy your time with your loved ones this holiday seasonOur thanks to Glassdoor for the guest blog post. This article was originally posted on Glassdoor by Heather R. Huhman, a career expert, experienced hiring manager, and founder president of Come Recommended, a content marketing and digital PR consultancy. Glassdoor is your free inside look at jobs and companies, salary details, company reviews, and interview questions - all posted anonymously by employees and job seekers.