How do you get your old job back?

Despite some indications of the economic slowdown, the job market is fairly stable and many workers have reaped the benefits.

In fact, a record number of employees quit their jobs, found new positions and renegotiated along the way.

But not everyone involved the so-called Great Change in better condition.

More than a quarter – or 26% – of workers leaving work regretting one’s decisionsAccording to a recent survey of more than 15,000 job seekers by Joblist, a job search platform.

What was onceGreat resignation” can now”big turn“

“People may notice that the grass isn’t greener,” said Antoinette Boyd, director of career success and professional development at the University of Maryville, whether they’re leaving for higher pay, more flexibility, or to address burnout.

According to the Joblist, many said they regretted quitting because finding a new position was harder than they thought, despite near-record job opportunities. Others said that their new job did not meet their expectations or that they now feel that their old position is better than they originally thought.

Additionally, as more employers implement hybrid work programs and better benefits, workers leaving in search of a better work/life balance “opportunities may arise at the companies they used to work for,” Boyd added.

People used to feel empowered to quit, but now they’re looking for boomerangs.

James Bailey

professor of leadership development at the George Washington University School of Business

“Early people felt strongly about quitting, but now they’re looking for boomerangs,” said James Bailey, professor of leadership development at the George Washington University School of Business.

“Staff felt intoxicated with power,” he said. “They’re sober now.”

Also, going back to a previous employer has its advantages, Bailey added. “People are really drawn to acquaintances.”

And there is a benefit for employers as well. “The cost of hiring brand new people rather than renting back boomerangs is too high,” he said. “Recruitment and training are expensive.

“Boomerangs already know the business, so they can bounce back without a hitch.”

However, anyone looking for a fresh start or a restart at their previous job should still apply and contend with a large pool of candidates.

How do I (re)employ

Employers spend less than seven secondsAccording to Toni Frana, director of career services at FlexJobs, the average is to review an applicant’s resume. “It’s more important than ever to have a substantial resume,” he said.

Having a summary, skills section, and title under your name can play a key role in making your resume rank high.

“Think of your summary as your virtual introduction,” said Blair Heitmann, LinkedIn’s career expert.

Stay with bullet points of about four or five sentences and consider adding relevant skills and keywords from job descriptions that seem interesting to you, she advised.

“A good rule of thumb is to think of your summary as an elevator speech—emphasize what you’re in for and what drives you to get to work each day,” Heitmann said.

To showcase your skills, start with the top five that are most relevant to your job or desired job, and think broadly about the skills you can gain through other work experiences, extracurricular activities, or volunteer work.

This is where you can bring your experience as close as possible to the specific job you want and include transferable skills that can add value, such as communication or time management, Heitmann said.

“Job seekers can and should add different skills to each of their job descriptions,” she advised.

A good rule of thumb is to think of your summary as an elevator speech.

Blair Heitmann

career specialist on LinkedIn

But don’t just list what you’ve done. Instead of saying, “I was in charge of running the front office,” add concrete results, he said. For example, state the fact that you “implemented a new filing system that increases productivity by 15%.”

Finally, put a face to a name. “Don’t underestimate the importance of displaying your true self with a great profile photo,” Heitmann said.

That doesn’t mean you need special hair, makeup or fancy equipment.

“All it takes is a quick snap,” he added. “It’s your virtual handshake and a simple way to be recognized and discovered.”

3 resume mistakes that could make you lose that job

typos According to Heitmann, typos are more common than you might think. “Check it a few times each time you make a change and ask a friend or two to review it as well.”
Not adapting your approach. “Recruiters see an influx of people applying for ineligible roles or applying for multiple roles at different levels in the same company, which makes it clear that you apply for everything and see what works,” Heitmann said.
Instead, provide concrete examples of why you are a good fit, based on the skills you have and the skills required for the position.
prolonging the truth. Don’t put yourself in a situation where you’ll be caught off guard at your new job or caught in a lie. Even if you are laid off, this is not necessarily a strike as it has been in the past. “Layoffs are pretty common, so I don’t think anyone should be ashamed or hide it,” said Carolyn Kleiman, career expert at ResumeBuilder.com.
In fact, “some of the interviewers may have been laid off in the past,” added Stacie Haller, another ResumeBuilder career specialist.