New year, new job: 5 steps to landing the job you really want in 2023

New year, New you?

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You’re probably familiar with the standard path to finding a new job. Create your resumé, send out applications, hope to hear back, do your best in interviews and go through the offer process. These are important, but there are a few other key steps in the job search that might not be so obvious. And they can make a huge difference to finding the right job for you. Research showed that 50% of Kiwis plan to set themselves a New Year’s resolution in relation to their career for 2023 - but a job change can take time. It’s worth making sure your time and effort lead you to a job that’s satisfying and suits your needs. So, if you want to find a new job in 2023, here are 5 steps to factor into your job search to land the role you really want.

Put the building blocks in place

There might be times you need to find a job fast and so you jump straight into applying. But if you want to make a more considered move, it’s worth some planning first – whether it’s over a few days or weeks. This is about exploring your options then narrowing down what you really want. It can help to make a list of nonnegotiables: the things you decide a job must involve for you to say ‘yes’. This could include location, schedule, work-life balance, salary or training. Next, research roles and workplaces you’re interested in. Review your career goals or assess your values and see if there are roles that match. You could do a skills assessment, and if there are gaps, look for ways to expand your skills – perhaps through volunteering or a course. It’s also a good time to create a basic resumé and cover letter outline. This will give you a starting point to create tailored versions for each job you apply for.

Practice a positive mindset

A positive outlook can be a big support to your job search, especially through setbacks. Life and careers coach Alex Kingsmill of Upstairs Coaching says it’s a good idea to look for what will keep you feeling motivated during your job search. Try to take something positive from every step along the way, as this will keep you in a resilient headspace, Alex says. Maybe you’ve got

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PRODUCTION WORKERS – VARIOUS SHIFT SYSTEMS AVAILABLE

• Nelson Based (Bolt Road – Tahunanui)

• Living Wage Employer + Overtime Rates

We continue to have vacancies within our manufacturing team and as such we are looking for capable and reliable people who have the work ethic and aptitude to work within our fast-paced environment. Alaron is a great place to work with great step-up opportunities through Production leadership, Quality Assurance and Logistics/Warehousing roles.

You will need to be physically fit, possess a great attitude to work and be able to work alongside your teammates in a positive way. Experience within a manufacturing environment operating machinery would be beneficial, however training will be provided to meet Alaron’s specific manufacturing and quality assurance standards.

Alaron Products is proud to be a living wage employer and for many of our shift systems, we pay well above the living wage (including allowances).

Shifts available:

Monday to Friday: 5.30am to 3.00pm (45 hours)

Monday to Friday: 2.45pm to 12.15am (45 hours and includes allowance)

Sunday to Wednesday: 4.30am to 4.30pm (48 hours and includes allowance)

Thursday to Saturday: 4.30am to 4.30pm (36 hours and includes allowance)

At Alaron we carry out pre-employment medicals and drug and alcohol testing. In return we provide a great work environment with awesome opportunities to grow! We also offer a fantastic health insurance package, which is paid by us, to employees who have worked with us for a year or more and we also provide $5 per day for employees who don’t bring a car to work.

If you are interested in applying for these important roles, please send your CV to hr@alaron.co.nz by 5.00pm, Thursday 16th February 2023.

Are you looking to earn some good money while you learn new skills? Right now, our Nelson plant is gearing up for a big 2022- 2023 season with a number of opportunities available. If you’ve got experience doing the mahi - awesome, give us a shout, but if you’ll be coming in fresh and just keen to learn and earn - that’s good too, we can train you up! We’re recruiting Butchers, Boners, Halal Slaughterers, and Labourers.

Ngā painga - what’s in it for you?

• Butchers: potential to earn an average of $1,365 based on a 40-hour working week, exclusive of overtime

• Boners: potential to earn an average of $1,374 based on a 40-hour working week, exclusive of overtime

• Halal Slaughterers: potential to earn an average of $1,353 based on a 40- hour working week, exclusive of overtime

• Labourers: earn a minimum of $26.50 per hour across a day, inclusive of allowances

• Minimum of 30 hours a week, usually 45 hours a week

• Up to 7 months of full-time seasonal employment

• Upskill yourself with an opportunity to gain NZQA qualifications

• Receive ongoing training and support

• Access to free onsite health services including a nurse, physiotherapist, counsellor

• Access to our free employee assistance programme

- about you your resumé in better shape than ever. Or perhaps you’ve discovered you can answer a certain interview question well and can take that into your next interview. Use these positives to fend off negative thoughts. Be sure to lean on friends and family or get some professional support if you can.

Open the door for opportunities

Do all you can to proactively find opportunities and direct them your way. Focus on connecting and growing your network.

Talk to people in your industry or the industry you’re interested in. You might be surprised at how willing people are to help and the options they could open up. See if you can meet up for a coffee or try setting up an informational interview. If you’re interested in a particular company or organisation, you could consider contacting them directly.

Boost your interview confidence

If there’s one thing you can do to feel more confident going into your interview, it’s practice. It might feel strange at first to go through ‘mock’ questions or rehearse what you’ll say. But this practice is essential to providing clear, compelling answers in your interview – and showing the interviewer you’re right for the role. There are plenty of standard interview questions you can prepare for, like the classic ‘tell me about yourself’ or ‘what are your weaknesses’ questions. Think of the industry-specific questions you might be asked and look back to the job ad or selection criteria. Work out the examples you can provide to back up each answer. It’s a good idea to run through questions and answers with a friend, family member or professional if you can. As you go through interviews, reflect on each experience. How did it go well? How could you do better next time?

Consider offers with care

You might feel you have to say ‘yes’ to the first offer you get. But it’s worth reviewing a job offer thor- oughly to make sure that it’s right for you. Ask yourself – will this job help me achieve my career goals? Will it provide the working environment I’m looking for?

Are the salary and benefits suitable? Look back to your list of non-negotiables. Be ready to review a written offer carefully before you accept the job – and politely decline the offer if you decide it’s not right for you. If you’re ready to land your next role, 2023 could be your year. Make room in your job search for planning, practice, building a positive mindset, seeking out opportunities and considering your wants and needs.