How to Land Your Perfect Job

There are many reasons why we find ourselves in a job we don't like. A recent graduate may accept a position as a way to build their resume. Some people trade off a short commute for a higher-paying job in the city for greater financial security. Instead of working for a company that you don't find fulfilling, have you ever thought about taking a risk to find your dream job? Below we have provided you with a two-step process on how you can find a job or career path that aligns with your goals, aspirations, and values.

1. Write down everything you are looking for in your perfect job.

Take some time to reflect on what kind of position you want, what company you want to work for, and how that fits into your personal life. Some things to consider include:

• What kind of hours do you want to work? Do you want a regular 9-to-5 schedule or a job with more flexible hours?

• Are you comfortable commuting to work every day, or would you prefer a job that allows you to work from home on occasion?

• What is your preferred dress code? Do you want to dress professionally every day, more casually, or work somewhere that offers something like Dress-Down Fridays?

• What size of company do you want to work for — a small to medium-sized company with a tight-knit team, or a large corporation?

• Are you looking to work for a company with particular values?

2. Start reaching out to professionals working in your perfect job.

This is a little more challenging right now due to the pandemic, but you can still make use of platforms such as LinkedIn and Instagram to reach out to professionals in various businesses and organizations. Let your network know that you are looking for a job and what your ideal position looks like. You never know who you might meet — someone who knows of an opportunity that suits you, or who can offer guidance on how to pursue your perfect job.

Watch Marc Belaiche, CPA, CA, President of Guhuza, discuss this topic here.

Guhuza is created in partnership with TorontoJobs.ca.

Guhuza is the new way of recruitment. It is an innovative Canadian platform that goes beyond the features of a traditional job board. It uses breakthrough technology to instantly match employers and job seekers for the ultimate hiring experience. Our advanced technology matches job seekers' profiles with jobs on our site and ranks them for employers based on the skills required for the position. Once a match has been made, live interviews can be conducted right through our platform.

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