{"id":4403,"date":"2020-04-23T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-23T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fprs.applyflow.site\/3-steps-to-securing-a-new-role-remotely\/"},"modified":"2022-03-28T11:53:28","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T00:53:28","slug":"3-steps-to-securing-a-new-role-remotely","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/3-steps-to-securing-a-new-role-remotely\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Steps to Securing a New Role, Remotely"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n\tIt\u2019s clear that the job market has slowed in recent weeks and months. Understandably, many new (and often involuntary) job seekers are concerned that restrictions on movement may make finding a new role impossible. But that isn\u2019t the case. Opportunities are still out there; what\u2019s required is a shift in mindset and a readiness to embrace new tools and techniques in identifying, applying for and securing a new role entirely remote. Here\u2019s how to navigate the three key stages of securing your new role remotely. <\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
\n\tThe Search<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h5>\n

\n\tJob boards<\/a> and professional networking sites are a good place to start, you\u2019ll find readymade and regularly updated job listings from a wide variety of employers. But your job search shouldn\u2019t be as one dimensional as browsing roles and hitting the apply button. This is the point at which you can access the true value of networking. Applying for roles that fit your criteria is obviously a relevant starting point, but a starting point is all that is.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\n\tFrom there, you should join relevant social media groups ( LinkedIn has countless for every conceivable industry)  make connections with industry professionals and underpin these interactions with an up-to-date and compelling online profile. Whilst networking it would be extremely useful for you to speak to a specialist recruiter<\/a> operating in your area of interest. Recruiters can offer advice on how to optimise the activities you are carrying out as well as provide direct access to latest roles direct from employers which may not have yet (and may never) hit the online sphere. <\/p>\n

\tOnce you have successfully promoted your profile in front of a potential employer who sees the value you have to offer, a likely next step will be the phone interview. Phone interviews have been standard first stage practice for many years, but their significance, since you will not have the chance to follow up in-person, is now heightened. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\n\tThree easy to remember (and forget) considerations for any phone interview: <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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    \n\t\t\tPreparation, preparation, preparation. <\/strong><\/span><\/span>
    \n\t\t\tPhone interviews are usually brief, but there\u2019s value in over-preparing and having your notes, your CV and a list of your own questions handy to ensure you hit all the points you want to.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \n\t\t\tRemove distractions.<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span>
    \n\t\t\tThis starts with ensuring that you\u2019re in a quiet and disruption-free environment and extends to your device itself. Switch off call-waiting and turn-off notifications to avoid losing your train of thought at crucial times. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \n\t\t\tCall Considerations.<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span>
    \n\t\t\tListening to questions and responses carefully, there will be no non-verbal cue to help you infer what your response should be. A common symptom of nervousness in an interview is speaking too fast or rambling, and this is even more prevalent in a phone interview. Consciously check your answers as your delivering them and have the presence of mind to stop when you feel you have said what you need to.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \n\tThe Video Call<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h5>\n
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    \n\tIn place of the usual face-to-face, video calls are taking centre stage as THE most important part of the recruitment process. As with the phone call, there are some steps to take to ensure you can perform effectively in this environment: <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n