How Effective is Monstercom in Finding Jobs
Monster.com can locate potential jobs very well but it might not be as effective at landing interviews through traditional job searching methods in addition to posting multiple resumes through additional sites as www.careerbuilder.com, www.indeed.com, www.usajobs.gov etc. Many people think of monster.com as the first place to look for a job because 1) it is easy to access 2) there are lots of job listings and 3) the site makes it quite simple to apply for jobs. In principle, the functionality of the site is efficient, however it can have a clearinghouse affect on resumes. In other words, monster.com is a database that could put one's resume and application in the ranks of overlooked applicant.
MONSTER.COM AND RECRUITER STATISTICS:
The numbers i.e. recruitment statistics can shed a lot of light on the advantages and disadvantages of using monster.com factually. Specifically, according to one journalist, employers searching for candidates through monster.com had a 3.6% success rate which compared to other online search engines was large i.e. employers searching through careerbuilder.com had recruitment rate of 1.5% of their job openings.
In addition to the above success rates, another study found that only 12.3% of recruiting from outside a company's walls is performed through online job boards whereas 25.6% are from referrals and 20.7% from company sites directly. What's more, that 12.3% is probably divided up among several job boards lowering the chances of finding a job through any one site, but increasing the chances through multiple site resume postings.
JOB FINDING TIPS FOR MONSTER.COM:
Since there are so many job search listings on monster.com, it is a logical place to look to learn more about the many company's that have recruitment needs and this can also help one streamline one's list of potential companies. However, if job satisfaction is a concern at all, posting a resume on monster.com probably won't lead to the best chances of success. In light of this using a job search strategy may lead to better results:
- Identify qualifications and fields of interest that match qualifications*Create multiple resumes catered to different job types*Write a cover letter and preferably a new cover letter for each job applied to*Search for jobs that seem interesting then research the company before applying*Follow up with human resources and/or department executives*Referrals and direct applications have a greater chance of success*Posting resumes on multiple sites increases percentage chance of potential recruitment*Keep expectations realistic
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO CONSIDER:
Recruiter and/or employer needs and expectations are not always exactly the same as job searcher's needs, and this can make the job search process seem like a match made somewhere other than heaven. What's more, in fields in which there is more supply of workers than demand by employers, this puts the advantage to choose and be selective with the employers that generally raises the standards. However, with that in mind, one should also remember what one's own inclinations, work habits and skills are so when applying for a job, one is not only matching the qualifications but the will to perform the tasks with the employers needs. Additionally a few more points that might be consider are the following:
- Over 80% of Job applicants utilize online sources in their job search making competition high.*Online searches offer employers visual cues only i.e. the absence of other pre-screening elements.*Matching more than qualifications may be helpful i.e. required temperament, passion, drive etc.*Online search engines like monster.com are not the only job search mechanism.
In summary, monster.com is a website that can help one decide what jobs one is interested in, acquire information about the job market, scout out and research employers and apply to positions online. Due to the size of monster.com and the disproportionate difference between the number of job seekers and employers, finding a suitable position through monster.com can be a slim prospect. However, the site does have some uses and may be better optimized by utilizing some of the tips in this article. Nevertheless, the odds of landing the perfect job are probably pretty low based on the recruitment statistics and the availability of many other job search engines.
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