Top 10 Job Search Predictions for 2016 - CareerEnlightenment.com

Okay, so maybe that’s an exaggeration. The point is that almost every recruiter will be checking your online profiles to make sure the details there line up with your resume. They’ll also be looking for similarities among your various profiles. If they spot differences, they’ll be less likely to trust you and your qualifications.Present a consistent brand across all your profiles. For example, use the same profile picture everywhere. But remember that casual photos aren’t appropriate for every company; the same goes for formal photos.6. Companies will seek more outsourced talent2016 will be the year when a major global shift in employment will pick up steam: More companies will start to look for outsourced talent in the form of consultants, freelancers, outside providers, and contractors.This trend is a real opportunity if you’ve always wanted to try your hand at one of these independent positions. Market your professional experience to date as consulting or freelancing, an d have a go in this new section of the job market.7. Blogging to establish thought leadershipIf you want to be recognized as a thought leader or key influencer in your industry, you must find a channel of expression, preferably a blog. Even LinkedIn has a special blogging platform that makes it easy for professionals to share their expertise and promote their personal brands.Writing blog posts is a great way to drive more traffic to your LinkedIn profile. The beauty of this is that LinkedIn content usually ranks very high on Google, so by posting and sharing relevant and interesting articles full of keywords recruiters that look for, youll attract the attention of the whole industry â€" including hiring managers and business owners looking for fresh talent.8. Passive recruitment numbers will riseIn 2016, recruiters will be more determined than ever to hunt for passive candidates. This means that even if youre already working your dream job, you should be ready to jump ship if a grea t career opportunity presents itself at your doorstep.Have your resume ready at all times, not just when you decide to quit your job and start looking for new opportunities. A resume that showcases your achievements and reflects your personal brand will serve as a crucial element in passive recruitment. After all, maybe someone is already checking your profile, and you just don’t know it yet.9. Paying people to job search for youIt sounds surprising, but industry experts are convinced that 2016 will be the year of job search outsourcing. This means that an increasing number of job seekers will resort to hiring private services in their country (or even on an international scale) to manage aspects of the job search, such as company research, social media networking, and relationship management10. Video recruitmentCompanies have been using video in their recruitment process more and more, and 2016 will be no exception. In fact, this is the year when video recruitment will mature.Wha t does this mean for you? Two words: video resumes. If you want to create a video resume, find a way to sound authentic and original. Focus on one accomplishment and show in detail why it was challenging for you, what you did, and what the results were. Also, be sure to offer something different from other candidates.When your video is complete, you can attach it to your LinkedIn profile, where it can further showcase your professional experience and personal brand.