JOBS MUST: November 2018

Holiday job search do's and don'ts.

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You might vacation, you might have extended family meals and you might have friends hosting house parties. Enjoy them all and keep these five pointers in mind.

1) Don’t actively job search on a holiday weekend

…unless you live in a country that has a holiday weekend every weekend (I’m looking at you, France every May).

A recent study said that many people get their best ideas in the shower because:

A lot of dopamine is released in our brains. Triggers like exercising, listening to music, and, yes, taking a warm shower, contribute to increased dopamine flow.

We’re relaxed. When we have a relaxed state of mind, we’re more likely to turn attention inwards, able to make insightful connections.

We’re distracted. Distraction gives our brains a break so our subconscious can work on a problem more creatively.

Those conditions should hold true on holiday weekends too.

Not thinking about your job search during the holidays could be the best thing for your job search after the holidays.

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2) Do enjoy the time away

… from your computer screen, job boards, email, application forms, LinkedIn messages to congratulate other people on their new jobs, cover letters, work portfolios, job fairs, followups, references, background checks, networking events, interview preparations, graphology tests, recruiters, job search blogs (ahem) and everything else related to your next paycheck.

3) Don’t be embarrassed to talk about your job search

Millions of people are dealing with the same issues that you are, and millions more will begin to do so in the coming months. It might be uncomfortable and hard, even, but it’s normal and nothing to be ashamed about.

In fact, most of the adults you see or meet during your holiday weekend will have been through more than one job search of their own and will know what you’re going through.

4) Do be prepared with a good answer to “how’s your job search going?”

Person: How’s your job search going?

Me: Honestly I’m just to the point where I think I’m one rejection email away from eating an entire gallon of ice cream on my own

— Austin Ames (@ARSondag) March 28, 2018

One of the reasons people are ashamed to admit they’re job hunting (during the holidays or at all) is because they don’t have good answers to that question, so when they hem and haw, it sounds like they’re not progressing or even sure what to do next.

That might even be true – it was for me on my first and second job searches – but that doesn’t mean you have to leave a bad impression by showing it outright.

Instead, have a good elevator pitch about what you do best and, if people bring it up, casually reply by asking if they know any companies that need people like you.

Mention your most recent job search success, no matter how small, such as an upcoming job interview or a compliment from a recruiter.

And finally…

5) Do bring business cards

Did you know that job seekers need business cards too?

Have simple but professional business cards that say you consult in your industry or area of expertise, and hand them out to those same questioners. They’ll come away impressed, the right way.

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Improve your job search skills today with a free job search course online.

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Udemy currently has over 80,000 online video courses available on their site, but the vast majority are paid.

Fortunately, some creators have made their courses free, which is great news for both job seekers who can and can't afford the paid courses.

Also good to know is that these free job search courses are full versions, and not just short teaser versions of more complete, paid courses.

You can really take your job search to a higher level by taking a free job searching course to address a challenge you're having, to get faster results or simply to learn a new tactic that could open more doors for you.

And as of this writing, there's no limit to the number of free courses you can take.

Browse the list and set aside some time to try the courses that sound most appealing for your current job search…

… or a future one, because owning a Udemy course gets you lifetime access to it. As long as the course still exists, you'll always be able to access it, even if the creator decides to make it a paid course later.

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How to use this list

Along with the short outline, author and ratings, each free job search course listing mentions how many lectures are involved (sometimes they may only be a few minutes long), the total video viewing time of all course materials, and which level of participant the course is a good fit for.

The courses are grouped in categories, where each category is ordered by popularity in decreasing order, with the highest rated course appearing first.

Jump directly to a category with these links:

Resumes / CVs
Job Interviews
Success
Social Media
Careers
General

The top free job search courses online at Udemy

Are these the best free online courses to take to get a job? You be the judge.

Resumes / CVs

SEO Your Resume: Bypass HR with Keyword Optimization

17 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

72% of resumes submitted are never seen by HR people. In 45 minutes learn to SEO your resume to be visible & attractive. | By Mike Glezos

4.5 (1,465 ratings)

Introduction to Resumes & Cover Letters

10 lectures | 44 mins | Beginner

A Free Introductory Course To Mastering Resumes & Cover Letters | By Clark Waggoner

4.0 (624 ratings)

Resume: The one page document to success

6 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Customize your resume for your dream jobs. | By Brian O'Dwyer

4.2 (290 ratings)

How to Make a Resume Website With WordPress

12 lectures | 1.5 hours | Beginner

Learn to make your own resume website with wordpress in this step by step beginners tutorial | By WP With Tom

4.3 (256 ratings)

How to Use Microsoft Word to Format Resume Templates

22 lectures | 2 hours | All Levels

Using basic, intermediate, and some advanced features of Microsoft Word to modify and customize resume templates | By Helen Parker

4.5 (213 ratings)

Resume Secrets: Writing Resumes that Get More Job Interviews

38 lectures | 2.5 hours | All Levels

Write a Resume (CV) and Cover Letter that Stand Out & Get Read – Avoid Mistakes and Use Best Practices from Top Resumes. | By Andrew Tye

4.1 (132 ratings)

Word 2013 Complete – Build perfect Resume and Thesis + E.G

66 lectures | 4 hours | All Levels

Full guide to use Microsoft Word starting from scratch till you become pro – 100% Comprehensive course A – Z | By Fadi G. Char

4.4 (92 ratings)

Mini-course: How to Make an Infographic Resume Using Easelly

13 lectures | 35 mins | Beginner

Learn how to showcase your education, skills, expertise, and personality in a visual way without any design experience! | By Dinah Ramirez

4.1 (91 ratings)

HOW TO WRITE A RESUME

8 lectures | 1 hour | Intermediate

with example resume | By Jim Duhovny

4.2 (40 ratings)

Job Interviews

Job Interview Skills Training Course

32 lectures | 1.5 hours | All Levels

Land that dream job by dazzling during your interview | By TeachUcomp, Inc.

4.3 (3,621 ratings)

Job Interviewing: Complete Job Interview Success Course 6HR

112 lectures | 6 hours | All Levels

Job Interviewing is critical. Learn all key Job Interview skills + demo on answering specific job interview questions. | By Steve Ballinger, MBA

4.3 (376 ratings)

Overcoming Job Interview Anxiety: Reduce Stress & Get Hired!

16 lectures | 1 hours | All Levels

Job Interviews are stressful. Learn how to be more confident and not nervous on your next Job Interview and get hired! | By Steve Ballinger

4.1 (375 ratings)

Interviewing Skills for Jobs: Ace the Job Interview

22 lectures | 6 hours | All Levels

Interviewing Skills – How to ace any job interview-Excel in all Job Interviewing skills | By TJ Walker

4.3 (191 ratings)

Watch Me Get a Job Interview (Literally) New Grads & College

53 lectures | 5.5 hours | All Levels

Graduated Without a Job Offer? Let Me Show You How to Get a Job Interview STEP BY STEP | By Dayvon Goddard

4.5 (120 ratings)

Success

Find Your Dream Job

11 lectures | 1 hours | All Levels

Be a Savvy Job Seeker by Thinking Like an Employer (Learn from a LinkedIn Expert) | By Rebecca Vertucci

3.9 (503 ratings)

Roads To Lift The Success Curtains

10 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

The Man Who Removes A Mountain Begins By Carrying Away Small Stones. | By Mohammad Tahir Ahmed

4.5 (9 ratings)

Social Media

What Is Linkedin | How To Use LinkedIn

10 lectures | 1 hour | Beginner

What Is LinkedIn? It is the largest professional social media network. Wanna know how to use LinkedIn this will help. | By Lee Beattie

4.1 (458 ratings)

Linkedin – Social Media Marketing

10 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Learn How To Break And Dominate Linkedin! | By Maksym V

3.7 (375 ratings)

LinkedIn Profile SEO – Rank #1 in People Search

6 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Be findable on Linkedin. Learn how to rank in the top of your industry in Linkedin People Search. | By Jerad Hill

4.3 (274 ratings)

LinkedIn Basics for Freelancers | You Must Do This First

21 lectures | 1 hour | Beginner

Create a high quality profile, attract clients, and grow your network in 60 minutes or less! | Eff the Office

4.5 (51 ratings)

Careers

Branding : Personal Brand Building

27 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Branding a Personal Brand | By Jeremy Deighan, Concept Courses

4.0 (54 ratings)

How To Set Your Career Compass For 2018

10 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Making sure you next move is to a job you really love | By Gary Lloyd

4.3 (38 ratings)

Ultimate Career Development

24 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

In this course you will learn everything you need know, to create and implement the Ultimate Career Plan! | By Ronan Kennedy

3.9 (37 ratings)

The Hidden Secrets of Work Dynamics

19 lectures | 1.5 hours | All Levels

The ultimate guide to climb the career ladder | By Dalal A. A.

4.8 (16 ratings)

General

Salary Negotiation: Learn the Negotiation Mindset

14 lectures | 32 mins | Beginner

Entry-level course for those new to negotiation. Get an informative, entertaining intro to earning more in under 30 min! | By Jim Hopkinson

4.4 (3,234 ratings)

Become a Growth Marketer: Learn Growth Marketing & Get a Job

73 lectures | 4 hours | Beginner

Learn the skills to start your career in Growth Marketing. 5 hours of basic, intermediate, & advanced marketing lessons | By Evan Kimbrell, Justin Mares

4.5 (674 ratings)

Best Practices for Volunteering Overseas

24 lectures | 2 hours | All Levels

Tips, tools, and resources to volunteer your professional skills overseas and safely plan the trip of a lifetime. | By Mark Horoszowski, Nafessa Kassim, Milleigh Vo

3.8 (174 ratings)

Bookkeeping Job Search Guide

12 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Bookkeepers qualifications, qualities and soft skills. Expedite your job search and be in control of your career path. | By Majo Jacinto

4.1 (136 ratings)

Work From Home Jobs: Top 10 Best Freelance Jobs!

21 lectures | 1 hour | All Levels

Discover the top 10 best work from home jobs. Freelance hourly or project based pay. All you need is a computer! | By Greg Gottfried

4.5 (121 ratings)

Lean In Presents: What Works for Women at Work

5 lectures | 32 mins| All Levels

Learn how to spot four patterns of gender bias—and hear women’s real-life strategies for navigating them successfully. | By LeanIn Foundation

4.2 (99 ratings)

10 Reasons You Can't Find A Job! (+10 SOLUTIONS) – NEW 2018

16 lectures | 2.5 hours | All Levels

The 10 most common reasons professionals can't find great jobs and what to do about each one of them! | By Hamza Zaouali

4.2 (80 ratings)

The Power of Networking: Land your dream Job by standing out

6 lectures | 1 hour | Beginner

Event networking, building connections online, apply to job interviews, succeed at interviews, business communication | By Philip Hofmacher

4.2 (54 ratings)

The Mini Job Search Boot Camp

23 lectures | 5 hours | All Levels

A Job FINDER course by Angela Loeb & Jay Markunas | By Angela R Loeb

4.3 (43 ratings)

Land a High Potential Fortune 500 Executive Fast Track Job!

17 lectures | 2.5 hours | All Levels

Prominent HRM Fortune 500 CEO Dave Watkins gives you the steps to getting on high potential lists in your dream career! | By Dave Watkins, Scott Brown, Daniel Hall

3.8 (43 ratings)

Business Fundamentals: Job Skills – Learning the Basics