If you’re wondering what the future of job searching looks like, this is for you. In today’s fast-paced world of the internet and AI, having the right job-search tools can mean the difference between just finding a job or securing the job of your dreams. But what are the right tools to have in your toolbox? No doubt there are many, and some you probably already know, such as LinkedIn and Indeed, but have you heard of Huntr, Teal, and Jobwell? Those are just a few of the sites you may want to consider incorporating into your job search.
Teal: Your Personal Job-Search Navigator
Think of Teal as your job-search personal assistant. With a bevy of components available in TealHQ, you’ll have access to a job-application tracker, AI resume builder, resume checker, online application filler, cover-letter generator, LinkedIn profile review tool, and work styles assessment, along with several additional career resources.
The free version of the site, Teal, includes many of the above tools, as well as a Chrome plugin to bookmark jobs. In October 2022, the company launched Teal+, its premium offering for $9/week, $29/month, or $79/3 months, providing additional resources to job seekers.
Huntr: Your Command Center for Job Applications
Similar to Teal, Huntr enables you to track and organize all your online job applications. It keeps tabs on every application, from the initial submission to follow-ups, all neatly organized in one place.
Additionally, Huntr manages your job-search tasks, contacts, and document uploads; tracks all your activities; and even maps out where your dream job is located, should you need to commute. The site also sources jobs from across the internet, making it your one-stop shop for all things job-search related.
Huntr’s pricingis straightforward: It’s free to track up to 40 monthly jobs with unlimited tasks and notes; for $10/month, job tracking is unlimited, and you’ll be able to upload unlimited contacts and up to 25 documents with access to full metrics.
Jobwell: Where Your Dream Job Awaits
Jobwell is your go-to destination for finding curated job listings that match your skills and interests. It’s a free job application and networking tracker. No bells and whistles with this website, but if you’re looking for a place to search for positions that match your interest, it could be one of the job-search tools that works for you.
Jobscan: Your Resume’s Best Friend
Jobscan started as a way to review your resume to determine if it would match the keywords posted in job descriptions. While it still ranks among the most popular job-search tools for optimizing your resume, today’s Jobscan offers a bit more than before.
Some of the add-ons you’ll find here include a job-tracker board, LinkedIn optimization tool, and cover-letter generator. With three pricing structures, ranging from free to $49.95/month, you can choose how much you want to invest to optimize your resume and use Jobscan’s other tools.
Kickresume: Where Your Resume Comes to Life
With the approach that your resume is the foundation of everything in your job search, Kickresume puts its emphasis on that all-important document. Bringing together AI and resume templates, Kickresume builds a down-and-dirty resume in minutes. The site also offers an AI cover-letter builder, resume checker, and ability to transform your resume into a website, should you desire an online portfolio.
Kickresume’s multiple pricing options</a>, ranging from free to an annual plan for $60, make the site accessible.
Chrome Extensions: Your Efficiency Boosters
Some of the job-search tools we’ve discussed here come with Chrome Extensions, such as Teal and Huntr. Others you may want to consider adding to your browser include Grammarly, which puts an English teacher in your pocket, and Jobalytics, which analyzes and optimizes your resume. Both have free options, and Grammarly also has premium and business packages.
Be Sure Your Job-Search Tools Are Right for You
While your inclination may be to incorporate today’s job-search tools into your efforts and call it a day, the truth is that many of these can often seem like a good idea in theory, but in practice, they can leave much to be desired. AI is powerful and makes life easier but remember that it’s only as smart as what you ask it to do. Always be sure you are the smarter one and use these websites the way they were intended: as supplemental tools to help elevate your job search.
At Virtuoso Resumes and Recruiting, we have the experience and expertise to know exactly how to craft your resume to ensure it not only gets through applicant tracking software (ATS) systems but also grabs the attention of employers and recruiters as well. Plus, we can provide our own recommendations on what websites and tools may work in your specific situation. Contact us to schedule your free consultation to learn more about how we can be one of the best job-search tools in your toolbox.
