--- title: Finding Work During Covid 19 description: Unemployment in the state of Wisconsin is at an all-time high.  The market is flooded with people looking for work.  So, how do you find the perfect position and stand out in the crowd? image: https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/hubfs/man-in-white-shirt-using-macbook-pro-52608-1024x685-1.jpg.webp --- [![Mid-West Family La Crosse](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MidWest_Family_LaCrosse_July_2022/images/header-logo.png?width=1000&height=3974&name=header-logo.png "Mid-West Family La Crosse")](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/) [![phone diamond](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MidWest_Family_LaCrosse_July_2022/images/phone-icon.png) **Call Us** (608) 782-1230](tel:+16082731000) [![phone-diamond](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MidWest_Family_LaCrosse_July_2022/images/location-icon.png) **201 State St** La Crosse, WI  54601](https://g.page/MidWestFamilyLaCrosse) ![phone diamond](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MidWest_Family_LaCrosse_July_2022/images/time-diamond.png.png) **8:00 am – 5:00 pm** Monday – Friday - [Case Studies](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/case-studies/) - Resource Center - [Resource Center](https://info.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/resource-center) - [ROI Calculator](https://info.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/roi-calculator) - [Blog](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com) - [Services](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/) - [Broadcast Radio](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/broadcast-radio/) - [Content Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/content-marketing/) - [Creative Content](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/content-marketing/creative-content/) - [Social Media Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/content-marketing/social-media-marketing/) - [Email Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/content-marketing/email-marketing/) - [Digital Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-marketing/) - [Web Design and Development](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-marketing/web-design-and-development/) - [Paid Search (PPC)](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-marketing/paid-serach-ppc/) - [SEO](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-marketing/seo/) - [Targeted Display](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-marketing/targeted-display/) - [Event Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/event-marketing/) - [Sponsorships](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/event-marketing/sponsorships/) - [Live Events](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/event-marketing/live-events/) - [Video Production](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/video-production/) - [Print Marketing](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/print-marketing/) - [Digital Out of Home/ Billboards](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/digital-out-of-home-billboards/) - [Podcast Studio Sessions](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/podcast-studio-sessions/) - [Brand Development](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/services/brand-development/) - [Careers](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/careers/) - [Our Team](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/our-team/) - [Contact Us](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/contact/) - [Our Community](https://midwestfamilylacrosse.com/community/) # Finding Work During Covid 19 June 25, 2020/[Cedric Friesen](https://blog.midwestfamilylacrosse.com/author/cedric-friesen) Unemployment in the state of Wisconsin is at an all-time high.  The market is flooded with people looking for work.  So, how do you find the perfect position and stand out in the crowd.  It’s not easy.  It takes perseverance and a plan. ## **[![Have a Question? 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Share with them your skill sets.  Ask for invitations and connections.  A good referral from a friend or previous co-worker/manager can go a long way in helping you get your foot in the door. ## **Review and Update your Resume** Again, this may seem silly.  You’re looking for a job.  Of course you’ve updated your resume.  The key difference here…we’re in a pandemic.  Let the potential companies know you are savvy with technology.  Have you used video chat and conferencing services? (If you need a quick tutorial, there are several on YouTube.)  If you have skills working collaboratively using Google Docs or similar platforms, this should be added to your resume.  And, don’t forget the soft skills.  Companies are looking for people who can work independently and manage their time well.  ## **Develop a Plan and Work Your Plan** I hear my Dad when I write the above sentence.  He was spectacular at developing and executing plans.  So, from my Dad….”break it off into smaller chunks”.  How many people will you reach out to daily, weekly, monthly?  How will you track your progress?  How will you reward yourself when you hit your goals?  It’s important to celebrate the small incremental steps.  They help you on your journey.  So, make five calls – and then go for a walk to celebrate. Good luck out there!  What steps are you taking on your job search? 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