{"id":11012,"date":"2022-03-22T10:14:49","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T08:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/?p=11012"},"modified":"2022-03-28T16:55:38","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T14:55:38","slug":"how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya","title":{"rendered":"How to Ensure Your Job Search Leads to the Right Fit For You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When you&#8217;re looking for a job, it&#8217;s important to make sure that the workplace you end up in is the right fit for you. There are many things to consider when making this decision, such as the company culture, the commute, and the salary. If you&#8217;re not careful, you may find yourself in a job that isn&#8217;t a good fit for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Finding the right job for you\" class=\"wp-image-11014\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1044298738-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we&#8217;ll discuss some tips on how to ensure your job search ends up in the right workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b473443f0a\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b473443f0a\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\/#Find_out_what_motivates_you\" >Find out what motivates you<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\/#Improve_your_skills\" >Improve your skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\/#Do_your_research\" >Do your research<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\/#Consider_the_commute\" >Consider the commute<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/how-to-ensure-your-job-search-leads-to-the-right-fit-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\/#Weigh_your_options\" >Weigh your options<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-out-what-motivates-you\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_out_what_motivates_you\"><\/span><strong>Find out what motivates you<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you start your job search, it&#8217;s important to take some time to figure out what motivates you. What are you looking for in a new job? Are you looking for a change of pace, or are you simply looking for a higher salary?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know what motivates you, you can start to narrow down your search. Once you know what motivates you, it will be easier to find the right workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-improve-your-skills\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_your_skills\"><\/span><strong>Improve your skills<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what job you&#8217;re looking for, it&#8217;s important to build your skills. If you&#8217;re not sure what skills you need for the job you want, take some time to research and learn more about the position. The better qualified you are, the more likely you are to land the job you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to <a class=\"article-body-links\"href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/increase-value-job-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">building your skills<\/a>, it&#8217;s also important to build your network. Talk to people in your field and get their advice on how to find the right workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-your-research\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_your_research\"><\/span><strong>Do your research<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After finding out what company culture suits your fancy and having an idea of the work-life balance you seek, it is important to do your research on potential employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-1024x536.png\" alt=\"Do your research\" class=\"wp-image-11015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-378x198.png 378w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-770x403.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-600x315.png 600w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57-390x204.png 390w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Untitled-design-57.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Look into the company&#8217;s history and see if its values align with your own. Researching a company thoroughly will help you avoid any surprises down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-consider-the-commute\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_commute\"><\/span><strong>Consider the commute<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re looking for a new job, it&#8217;s important to consider the commute. If you&#8217;re spending hours in traffic every day, you&#8217;re going to be miserable. Make sure to factor in the commute when considering a new job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also consider whether or not you&#8217;re willing to relocate for a new job. If you are, make sure to do your research on the area before making any decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"When you're looking for a new job, it's important to consider the commute.\" class=\"wp-image-11017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1-770x513.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/shutterstock_1234815808-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-weigh-your-options\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weigh_your_options\"><\/span><strong>Weigh your options<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve done your research and you&#8217;ve found a few potential employers that fit the bill, it&#8217;s time to start weighing your options. Consider the pros and cons of each workplace. What are the benefits of each job? What are the drawbacks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Be sure to take your time when making this decision. It&#8217;s important to <a class=\"article-body-links\"href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/remote-interviewing-how-to-tell-if-the-job-is-right-for-you-brightermonday-kenya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">choose the right workplace for you<\/a>, as you&#8217;ll be spending a lot of time there. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you&#8217;re looking for a job, it&#8217;s important to make sure that the workplace you end up in is the right fit for you. 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