“The early bird catches the worm”
The above idiom stands true in case of job search. The better prepared you are for the tough times ahead; more likely you are of being successful through the job hunt.
Focus, but Stay Open-minded
It is really important to stay focused during your job hunt. At the time of graduation, students in Montreal have many opportunities to progress in different paths. Keeping a lot of options open is a good idea but you still have to be focused on your main goal. Don’t let the other doors distract you from the one you really want to go through.
Having said that, an open mind is what you need when taking the final decision. Your first job may not be the job you want to do for the rest of life. It is therefore a good idea to get into the first job you are offered, stay flexible with the contract so that you can leave when you have to and as soon as you get the opportunity for your dream job, grab it with both hands.
Be Patient and Talk to People
Many students get frustrated when the graduation time nears and they still haven’t found a job. This is not at all something to be worried about. There are many people who get their jobs after getting their degrees. Getting a job during the last semester of your studies is a great achievement but in no way a pre-requisite for success. The key is to stay patient. And while you are at it, make sure you are not closing yourself out to the outer world. Stay in touch with people who are already in their professional careers in Montreal. Talk to them about your difficulties, take tips from them and let them know that you are searching for a job in Montreal. In many cases, luck plays a huge role and if you want to be at the right place at the right time, you surely can’t do that by staying in your bedroom!
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