Moving to Seattle for my daughter, who found a program there. I’m now having to start from scratch in a completely new sales territory. What’s the best way to research which local industries or companies are actually thriving and hiring, beyond just checking job boards?

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It might be silly but Facebook groups have been really helpful for me in terms of networking and getting a gauge of the local job market. Striking up random conversations with people, even digitally, is a great way to connect and learn about things you might've never found otherwise.

Depending on what industry you're in, you should be able to conduct plenty of research online to give you a lot of that information. Beyond the usual government reports and stats, there are local media sources you can search. Even national media would presumably have some coverage of the Seattle area.

If I were you, I would dig into local business journals, Chamber of Commerce sites, and community LinkedIn groups for up-to-date info on growing companies. Attend small business expos and online panels. People share which sectors are booming. Talking to recruiters or networking in industry-specific forums can give you insider tips, too.

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