How Long Should a Job Search Take?

If you’re in the midst of a job search and haven’t yet received that much-anticipated offer, you may be asking yourself, “When am I going to find a job?” and “How long should it take me to land a new position?”Don’t worry. You’re not alone! Many job seekers ask these questions at some point during their job search.So, just how long should a job search take? There’s no set-in-stone answer, but there are guidelines for figuring it out.How to Estimate Your Job Search TimelineTrying to figure out how long your job search will take is more of a guesstimate than a true estimate. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get a general idea of how long it “may” take, based on data and a few key factors. Here’s how to get started!— Run the NumbersThere is no one right answer to the “How long?” question. It varies greatly from person to person and from job search to job search. This is because there are multiple factors to consider, such as the current job market, the time of year, your level of experienc...