Beware of Recruitment Fraud - We have become aware some people have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Nexus Staffing. Please be aware that Nexus does not send job offers via text, WhatsApp or any social media, and that we will never request money from job seekers, nor request personal information beyond what is required for payroll purposes after hire. All individuals who are successful in gaining an offer of employment from Nexus Staffing are required to go through a formal recruitment process including an interview with a member of our recruitment team. If you have received an employment offer via text, WhatsApp or on Social Media please delete it. We have reported this situation to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Whether the COVID-19 pandemic put you out of work or you have been dealing with long-term employment for other reasons, you may find yourself struggling when looking for work. A large gap in your employment history may not always look good on your resume, and certain employers will view this as problematic, but you should never feel uncomfortable or awkward because there are solutions that will help you find work.
Job seekers should not feel discouraged after long-term unemployment and should focus on their resume so that this gap does not appear as an eyesore. Laying the groundwork must be your first step, so ensure that your skills and qualifications are at the top of your resume and make sure this information is clearly visible. You should also make a solid cover letter that explains the cause of your long-term unemployment and discuss how your situation has changed so that the employer knows you are free and flexible to work once again. You should also contact your close friends and family members to see if they can recommend any job opportunities or referrals, as this can help your case quite a bit.
It’s also very important that you are aware of the types of jobs you are interested in applying for so that you remain motivated throughout this process. Browse the different job opportunities that are currently available and stay true to your goals. Consider your current skills and past experiences and determine whether or not the job posting is suitable for you and your needs. You must be a great fit for the position in order to be considered for the job, so you should be open to the idea of taking a few courses to strengthen your skills and qualifications, as this would show your commitment to the company and to your own growth, so you would stand out from the other candidates.
Once your resume is complete and you know the type of jobs you are after, you can start to submit yourself, and if you’d like to set yourself up for success, you should try exploring jobs on popular job posting websites and set filters to pare down the search results based on your specific qualifications and preferences. Look at the companies in your area who are hiring and read through the listings carefully to see if they are suitable for you. You can also reach out directly to any desirable companies with a message about your interest in working for them but make sure your message is short and intentional so that they can get through it fast. Lastly, apply for several jobs, even positions you had not considered in the past, because this would prevent you from missing out on any opportunities.
If you don’t want to go through this process alone, you can also contact an employment agency, and Nexus Staffing is always ready to help. Our employment agency specializes in general labour jobs, so if you want to work with a reputable temp agency, contact us today!
