Tips To Find Classifieds That Are Looking For You!

Posted by robertrobins on February 7th, 2014

If you have ever come across the phase where you have been unemployed as a professional musician, you might have had to go through the hassle of finding a new job. Only a few names in the industry are there because of their well-built social circles; the rest of them have stories to share that can make the coldest listener sympathetic. If you are one such struggling name in the industry, you need to find effective musicians classifieds that are actually looking for you.

There is a lot more to my last sentence than it actually seems. What most of us lack is the knowledge on how to find SUFFICIENT and APPROPRIATE classifieds to find work. Here are a few tips that you may find helpful:

Define your skill set

One common mistake that many of us musicians make while finding work is that we do not really understand what we are good at and what we cannot perform up to the mark. No need to be “multi-talented and multi-dimensional” as they call it, simply be good at what you want to do.

Research, and identify your likes. Want to make music that is exclusively going to be used by bands and recording companies? Not a problem. It’s all about finding the right musicians’ classifieds and applying for the right gigs to hear from them. Often, it happens that you are unable to excel at something you like and therefore, you need to switch to Plan B; i.e. doing that was the lower down on your to-do list.

Admit that you are bad at something if that is the case and just accept something. Maybe performing in plays would not be that bad – why not give it a try instead of running after boy-bands? As for now, you need to get going with a gig. Take the time to analyze your Plan B, and always have a way out of one form specialty if it doesn’t work out that well.

Work your way through your social circle

As easy as and predictable as it sounds, the small tips and tricks are what every professional musician skimps on. Did you know that you can link your Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram accounts to each other? Professional musicians’ classifieds are found when a well-structured social network is in place; your friends will get the job to you and you to the job.

Professional social networks such as LinkedIn and Entrepreneur Connect can actually help you find jobs and with your activity, your friends know what you’re up to. If anyone has a connection that is working with your potential employer, then the friend might get you through the short-listing with ease! While many believe that social circles do little or less to help someone find the right gig, but the truth is that the intelligent social media even displays you advertisements based on your usage tactics.

If you are looking for musician’s classifieds, then your social accounts will provide you helpful suggestions that can help you along the way.

Bookmark what’s important and keep potential employers in touch

Some online job search sites provide a range of gigs for struggling and/or emerging musicians and if you get settled on these sites (needless to mention, setting up is a little hassle as it requires all your information), chances are that you will soon be getting contacted by one interested employer.

Several musicians have found themselves long-term clients through these job-hunt portals; you need to stay organized and accept what they are offering. Also, remember to visit such places often and/or if you are reached by a prospective employer before and then told that he/she will “contact you later”, don’t forget to check in from time to time and enquire if any opportunity is up.

While you may be feeling that the person who told skipped you for the opportunity might not be interested, you can equally be wrong. What if he/she is? Why would you be contacted in the first place? Therefore, be confident and keep track of your contacts while searching for relevant Online musician classifieds.

Find stories to share

Now you are on the desk of the employer and you are being interviewed. What will you tell them? Will you just give a speech on the information you have already provided them or actually give the employer something worth remembering? Let them know that you have actually read and thoroughly understood the classified that the employer posted. If possible, find a relatable story and state that as well – it leaves a nice impression.

I hope the aforementioned tips and tricks can actually help you find sufficient appropriate musicians classifieds along the way. The music industry is all about being creative, be it making music, performing or simply finding a gig. Good luck!