The iceberg is a great example of the hidden job
market. According to statistics, 80% of
all jobs are not posted. You know the
story, your co-worker is extremely under qualified for their position yet they
knew someone who knew someone and now they’re your cube-mate. It’s so frustrating, you went through a tough
interview process and stressed over your presentation only to hear your
cube-mate was a shoe-in from the beginning.
Every job I’ve applied to through Applicant Tracking Systems, I’ve
loathed. Every job I’ve gained through
networking, I’ve loved. So here are 6 ways to tap into the hidden job market:
