Know Your
industry.
Even if you
aren’t actively seeking another job, it’s wise to be informed about the
industries that employ your profession. If you want to keep on top of latest in
those industries, you need to connect to resources that provide relevant topical
news. Joining industry associations is a good place to start. Another is
subscribing to aggregate news services that collect and distribute news like
Google Alerts, which scour traditional headlines, internet news, website
content, blogs and videos that match your professional and industry interests. Services like these allow you to specify
topics to create a standing request. Relevant news is customized by delivery method
and frequency right to your RSS feed or email inbox. This type of industry
knowledge will help you to keep up with mainstream news in your industry.
Another, and
perhaps more important type of industry news isn’t found in the day’s posts and
headlines, and is often not common knowledge. It’s the kind of insider
information that your Actuarial recruiter has access to. Reputable recruiters
are talking with companies in your target industry all day, every day. They hear
about the birth of the trends and burgeoning needs. Because they are always being
asked to help staff the next big project, or fill positions for new talent needed
in a company or departmental re-organization, they naturally are industry
insiders. Reputable recruiters don’t actually divulge confidential information
on either side of their relationships, but they know how to help you target
your job search and examine options you would never recognize on your own. It’s
not just about an active job search, a relationship with an Actuarial recruiter
is a career focused relationship that will help you stay informed, be aligned with
trends, and poised to meet the future needs in your marketplace.
No comments:
Post a Comment