What do successful jobseekers do differently? 3 key steps – upskilling, visibility & job alerts. These steps work for all levels, fresh graduate or mid-career.
A general saying in life is that “it is not how far you go but how well”. In searching for jobs, the same rule applies. It is not about how much effort or even how often you apply, but HOW – your strategy.
Different people land jobs through different ways but there are some methods that are tried and trusted. So, the question is, what do successful jobseekers do differently? They take advantage of 3 key steps which include upskilling, professional visibility and job alerts. These steps work whether you’re a fresh graduate or are mid-career.
In this blog, we will discuss 3 sure ways to land a job and within a short time too.
Set Up Job Alerts That Match Your Skills And Career Goals
What are job alerts?
Job alerts are personalised job recommendations sent to you from a recruitment platform like Jobberman. These alerts are mostly sent via email or push notifications.
If you have ever missed out on a job opportunity because you saw it too late, this step is screaming your name. The good news is that you can change the narrative with the Jobberman Job Alert.
The Jobberman job alert has been improved to:
Send jobs that match your preferred role, industry, location, and years of experience
Send you alerts according to your set frequency; hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly
Help you reduce inbox overwhelm by noting how frequently you open your emails and reducing the alerts you get if you stop opening them.
So, smart job seekers take full advantage of this and set up their job alerts while they take the other steps we will discuss next.
Create Professional Visibility on Job Boards and Platforms
Stop hiding under a rock!
Before you ask or wonder for the umpteenth time, YES, recruiters check your LinkedIn profile before shortlisting. In fact, some jobseekers get invited to interviews based off of their profiles before they even see the job opportunity.
If you are an entry-level job seeker, it is understandable that you’re still learning the new terrain that is the job market. If you are a mid-level professional, you have no excuse for not having profiles on Jobberman and LinkedIn showcasing your skills and activities in your industry.
Visibility is a non-negotiable step in landing jobs in 2025. Even if you get jobs via referral, your LinkedIn profile needs to show that you are a serious and actively growing professional in your field. Your online profile is your first interview; make it count!
What are the quickest steps you can take right now to create or optimise your visibility on job boards and professional platforms?
Update your profile picture and headline. Let them match a not-so-distant version of your future self. Dress for your future!
Use keywords related to your career. This might be a bit tricky for entry-level professionals. A pro-tip is to check the profiles of people in your industry. What buzzwords are recurrent? Use them too!
Be active. Post your findings or processes or achievements. Learning a new skill? Talk about it. Don’t forget to engage with others.
You need to create a Jobberman Profile to be able to create your Job Alerts so, there is your chance to kill two birds with one stone. Get two steps done!
Upskill to Stay Competitive
Before I say anything else, please note that you should upskill with in-demand skills. Don’t take just any course. Find out the relevant skills in your field, the ones that your fellow professionals have on their profiles that make them stand-out and land those jobs you want. Take them and document your learning process publicly.
Upskilling shows that you’re not just looking for a job; you’re building your career.
The beautiful thing about upskilling (and raving about it on LinkedIn) is that you get to use industry buzzwords naturally. And remember,some of those keywords are used by recruiters.
Not many people have the discipline to take courses and complete them. So, when you do, you stand out to employers and recruiters.
Looking for platforms with free courses? Start right here on Jobberman.
Other learning platforms include Coursera, Udemy, ALX and even LinkedIn.
To Wrap Up
Successful job seekers who end up getting jobs (and quickly too) are the ones who have mastered these three steps. It is not a one time thing. These steps, creating job alerts, creating visibility and upskilling, apply to every level of your career.
They are the potent mix guaranteed to bring in those invitations to interview and possibly, multiple job offers.
Start with setting up job Alerts now so that you begin to apply for jobs with the skills you already have.
FAQs
What is the best way to get a job fast in Nigeria?
The best way to get a job fast in Nigeria is to combine three steps: set up smart job alerts, have strong online visibility and get relevant skills. These steps work for any professional level.
Are job alerts effective in Nigeria?
Yes, job alerts help jobseekers apply faster to matching roles. Research shows that the faster you apply, the higher your chances of interviewing.
How do I create a job alert on Jobberman?
To create a job alert on Jobberman, sign in to your account, click on create Job Alerts prompt, fill out the form which includes questions about your role, industry, years of experience, location and how often you want to receive the alerts. Click save and you’re done.
How can a fresh graduate increase their chances of getting hired?
A fresh graduate increases their chances of getting hired by creating job alerts to apply faster, building a standout profile and taking relevant trainings
