The end of the year is approaching and with it the time for good resolutions and new beginnings. Perhaps a new job is also part of your plans. But is it even worth getting active before the turn of the year, isn't everything already on the back burner?

Why now may be the perfect time

Many people think that companies stop hiring at the end of the year. Wrong! There is still a lot going on in HR departments, especially in the last few weeks. It is by no means impossible to fill positions at the last minute. In addition, planning is already underway for the coming year, which means that new positions are being created and advertised. If you apply now, you can get a head start on those who wait until the new year to apply. In many industries, there is also a certain amount of calm at the end of the year, which increases the chances of your application getting attention sooner.

Be careful with Christmas bonuses and notice periods

Before you start the application phase, however, be sure to take a look at your current employment contract and note your notice period. Often there are also regulations that provide for a refund of your Christmas bonus if you resign within a certain period around the turn of the year. Find out in advance what consequences a termination at this point in time could have. This will help you avoid financial losses.

Apply smart: Get there with a nudge

The run-up to Christmas can be stressful. Presents, company parties, baking cookies and then writing job applications? Sounds like super mega stress. But the good thing is that with Znapp, the employer applies to you, not the other way around. Instead of writing countless cover letters, you can relax, update your profile and let employers take notice of you.

But you can also be proactive. If you particularly like a company, you can signal your interest with a click, a virtual nudge, so to speak. This way, you show your commitment without getting into the stress of applying.

Realistic expectations

The most important thing is that you approach the job search at your own pace. Not every contact will lead to an offer straight away and that's okay. See the search as a process and not as a sprint. Ultimately, you want a job that suits you in the long term and where you feel comfortable.

Your head start into the new year

If you take action now, you can take a good feeling into the new year and don't miss out on the chance to be found. And the competition is definitely fiercer in January.

So, start your job change now or wait? If you take the right steps, the path to a new job can be successful now. And maybe you'll find your dream job by Christmas. That would be a great gift!