Kelly Services recently published an article on the advantages of getting a temporary position while you are looking for the ideal permanent job.

Despite the fact that you may have a perfect resume and proper work experience, you may be having some trouble finding the right permanent job. The thing is, what do you do in the mean time? Taking a temporary position sounds like a good opportunity, would you like to know why?

• Taking a temporary job can provide you a psychological boost, which is particularly useful when you have been looking for a job for a while.

• You can make money while you keep on looking for a permanent positions, which is much better than earning no money at all.

• Your resume will show you have been constantly working, avoiding blank spots and demonstrating that you are really eager to work.

• Furthermore, your knowledge shall remain updated and you will be able to learn new skills.

• You have the opportunity of gaining relevant work experience, particularly in your area of interest.

• And you may also try working in different industries, which shall help find out the industry you prefer.

• Perhaps you have always dreamed of working for a particular company, then a temporary position may be the opportunity to experience working there, find out if you really like it and it even may give you the chance of getting a permanent position there in the future.

• Finally, a temporary position gives you the chance of networking, providing more job opportunities.

The main idea is to remain in the labour market, updating skills and knowledge and staying connected with potential employers. That way you will find the transition to the right permanent job to be much easier.