According to June labour statistics, the Canadian unemployment is up to 6.4%. In this episode, Melanie shares guidance on a job search strategy to overcome a downturn in the labour market. Because a downturn in the market doesn’t mean you can’t find a great HR job. But, it does mean you must be strategic about your job search. In Melanie’s mind, that means you need to focus on quality over quantity.  Listen in as Melanie explains what a quality job search is and shares five reasons why infusing more quality in your job search is the best approach. And be sure to scroll down to check out the helpful links if you are truly serious about landing that fantastic HR job. Five reasons you should engage in a quality versus quantity job search: Higher Success Rate Better Alignment with Career Goals Efficient Use of Personal Resources and Energy Enhanced Networking Opportunities Improved Job Satisfaction Helpful Links for this Episode: Read the Labour Force Survey, June 2024 Listen to Episode 87: Networking for Introverts with Michelle Amaral Listen to Episode 8: The Importance of Making Connections Listen to Episode 89 and hear Trupti Patel’s job search success story Join the HR Career Accelerator and remember your discount code HRMENTORPOD Sign up for the Newsletter  Join the HR Career Cafe on LinkedIn If you are feeling generous and want to send some love my way, I would be so very grateful for a review and a rating on Apple Podcasts or a recommendation on LinkedIn. And if you haven't yet, don't forget to subscribe to The HR Mentor so you never miss an episode on the following platforms: Apple Podcast Spotify Podbean