Why August Is a Great Time to Make Job Applications

As we step into August, you might be tempted to slow down your job search.


🔹 1. Recruiters Are Planning for Q4 Hires

Many companies are preparing for final-quarter goals, new funding cycles, and end-of-year transitions. That means: ✅ New roles are being opened ✅ Budgets are approved ✅ Talent acquisition teams are actively sourcing

You want to be at the top of their list before the September rush.

🔹 2. There's Less Competition

August tends to be a quieter month for applicants. Many jobseekers take a break or delay their applications until “after the holidays.”

That’s your advantage.

🔹 3. Internal Shifts = More Openings

This is when teams restructure, managers resign, and new leadership comes in with fresh hiring needs.

Being visible now puts you in line for roles that haven’t even been advertised yet.

🔹 4. Visibility Matters More Than Ever

If your CV is outdated or your LinkedIn is blank, you’re invisible. This month is your window to: ✨ Rewrite your CV with clarity and confidence ✨ Polish your LinkedIn to attract recruiters ✨ Align your documents with the roles you actually want

You don’t just need to apply—you need to be discovered.

My August Support Offer

I’m helping professionals like you:

  • Rewrite their CVs for real impact
  • Upgrade their LinkedIn profiles
  • Create job search strategies that reduce overwhelm

📩 Want help showing up and getting hired this August? Send me an email at jobhuntwitheunice@gmail.com or

Let’s make this month count.

Because the right time to apply… is now. #JobSearch #CareerCoach #CVWriter #LinkedInRevamp #AugustOpportunities #JobHuntWithEunice

Sahara Diriye

public relation and market director,tour guide and entrepreneur

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Thanks for sharing, Eunice

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