How you can land a role in jobs and industries that are hiring
We’ve spent a lot of time in the past year discussing the roles and industries hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic (hospitality, for example), as well as the jobs and fields that grew quickly in response to it (like trucking and warehouse fulfillment).
But as companies embark on #TheGreatRehire and bring workers back, we’re noticing a few trends in other sectors, which we think is a positive sign. Millions of Americans are still looking for work – or even just a career change – and here are a few other options to consider, along with tips to help you get hired.
Fashion designers, radio and TV announcers, and motor boat techs were included.
A bit unexpected and fun: in December, we saw a 17.2% increase for fashion designers, and about a 4.5% increase for both radio/TV announcers and motor boat techs. Maybe you have the skills for a media job or fashion role, or you’re looking to get hired as a technician.
Other roles included air traffic controllers, carpenters, solar sales reps and product safety engineers.
Be open to new industries and changing job titles.
Our professional worlds are evolving daily, from new ways to describe your job to how teams are organized and work together. The traditional career ladder is a thing of the past, and it’s time to make sure your professional path progresses in a way that is meaningful to you, rather than chasing specific titles because you think you need them. Focus on what you can bring to a role, how the company serves your career goals and needs, and if the culture of that organization fits your life and who you are. That focus leads us to our next tip.
Prioritize skills to transition to these industries or start your career path.
Skills-based hiring has only been boosted in the past year and more employers are understanding that a candidate is far more than a list of ascending job titles. If you’ve changed industries, make the connection between your “past life” and your current one through your skills. No matter how long you’ve been in the workforce – from post-grad entry-level to senior positions – you have universal skills that are applicable to a variety of roles. So if you’re detail-oriented, enjoy being away from a desk and enjoy systems or processes, you might actually be able to transition to a motor boat technician. Or, if you can envision a cohesive plan, can execute on specific tasks toward a bigger goal, have a visual eye and creative brain, pivoting to a design role might not be out of the question.