Most people can relate with me when it comes to the mindset of having a connection in that Organization before getting employed. Anyways, it doesn't always have to be like that, that is why I'm here to tell you ways which you can go about landing your dream job without that connection. It is from experience that we know that it is more difficult for a person who has no connections in a given field to get a job in their field than one who does. Connection in this context means a person is having someone in top management positions in the given field that can easily recommend a person for a job, and the company employs the person without much questions or scrutiny. This article is not for such people; this article offers hope to people with no such connections and is wondering how to go about finding their dream job.

The tips covered in this article are gotten from people who have been in the position of looking for their dream jobs, without connection and have been able to land their dream jobs. These tips are things that made them stand out against other job seekers and made the company excited about working with them.
1. Designing A Top Notch Keyword Optimized CV
Even though other tips will reduce the importance of CV during your job search journey, it is still an essential part of landing you a job interview, especially if you are going to be submitting to a company where you don’t know anyone. One trick in writing a CV or resume that will guarantee you a couple of interviews is the use of keywords in the write-up. These keywords are gotten from the job description. Resume keywords may include the specification required for the job, relevant credentials, previous positions, employers, your skillset, etc. These keywords can be found by reviewing the job posting and also by scanning through the company’s website for keywords that can be incorporated in your CV or resume
2. Finding possible Connections From Family, Friends and Social Media
Being that you don’t already have connections with people in top positions and companies, the most aggressive way to tackle this problem is by facing it head-on, and that is by going out there to get connected. Charity they say begins at home or family, and the home or family is the best place to start searching for connections. Asking parents, siblings, uncles, aunties, and other extended family members could help as they might know someone in a top position in your chosen field that would be helpful to you.
3. Informing People That You Are Looking For A Job
A problem shared is already half solved, so when you are looking for that dream job of yours, it is important to inform people, and you just don’t tell them you are looking for a job you specifically tell them the kind of job you want. Now, this might not be a sure bet but it will not be a bad idea to try anyway as they might know openings for that position that you may not be aware of. You can also use the option of announcing your job hunt on your social media accounts and LinkedIn they have also proven to be effective during the job hunt.
4. Staying Informed On Job Openings And Other News On The Company
When searching for employment in a particular company, you must put your ears to the ground about happenings in the company. This is important because you get news of openings on time and also be more informed about the company which could come in handy during the interview or when choosing keywords to include in your resume. Showing that you are well informed about the happenings in the company will impress the company, and they will easily translate the action to you being motivated to work for them, and they will be excited to see more of your passion for the company in your work.
5. Preparing For Your Interviews
When you cross the application stage, and you get a call back from the company for an interview, it is necessary to prepare yourself for the interview as it is the final stage where the company is going to have a final assessment of you. In preparing for an interview, you should know as much about the company as possible, and you will need to go through all the frequently asked questions in the interview and prepare suitable replies for them. You have to be confident and look smart and neat. All questions should be answered politely and confidently. It is important to smile as it will come off as you have a pleasant and calm personality.

This article has addressed the problem of landing your dream job even without a connection. If these tips are followed, then getting an interview and landing your dream job should be a lot easier and achievable than it was when you haven’t come across this article.