Did you know that springtime is the best time to land a new role?
Whether it’s because budgets are renewing or simply because the sun is shining, we’re seeing A LOT more opportunities come through right now. Our data shows a consistent spike in job listings between the months of March and May – and this is trend we’re seeing continue in 2025!
If you’ve been job hunting for a while and are having no luck, we’re here to tell you to keep the faith. Here’s how…
Refresh your CV
This is your sign to update your CV with all your latest achievements, job responsibilities and the new skills you’ve acquired recently. Aim to refresh your CV and portfolio as regularly as you can – it makes applying for jobs so much easier when you don’t have to spend ages listing new responsibilities
or updating the format!
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step on the career ladder, read our advice on updating your CV.
Spruce up your socials
Along with giving your CV a spring clean, this is the perfect chance to level up your professional social media channels. Make sure your job title is up to date on LinkedIn. If you use Instagram as a portfolio, pin your post of your latest project. Or, share a TikTok about a recent networking event you’ve attended.
Whatever platform you’re using, make sure you’re shouting about all the amazing work you’re doing!
Think about your career goals
List your skills and qualifications, then identify gaps you can build on whilst you’re job hunting. Make your goals SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, timely). If you’re unemployed, it could be a free online course to gain a qualification, or if you’re in work, you could ask to spearhead a new project that reflects your goals.
Here’s some advice from Aki Schilz, director of The Literary Consultancy, who recently hosted a masterclass with us. Take a holistic approach to career planning, using a self-reflective SWOT analysis:
- What are your superpowers?
- What sparks your curiosity?
- What do you value most?
- What impact do you want to have?
Be intentional
Remember, it’s quality over quantity. We often think of applying for jobs as a numbers game – but recruiters can tell when you’ve completely copy and pasted a cover letter or haven’t tailored your CV to the skills in the job description. We know it takes a bit longer, but trust us it’s worth it!
We read 100s of applications a week and the ones that show clear passion for the role and company stand out the most.
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