If your job search follows the typical progression, there will be stretches of time when you will not have any interviews on the horizon. How effectively you use this time can play a part in how successful you are in getting that next interview 
on your calendar.
Here are 10 activities to consider during the interviewing slow season:
1) Set up a job search “headquarters.” This is a work area strictly devoted to time spent researching job opportunities, working on your resume, and other job search efforts. It should be as free of chaos and clutter as possible allowing you to work without distraction.
2) Develop a system to track your job search activities. This could be an Excel spreadsheet that lists each company and position to which you’ve applied, dates of interviews, names of key people you’ve spoken to and when, and indicators for follow-up. If you aren’t into spreadsheets, there are several companies which offer a service to jobseekers to help manage the job search process–JibberJobber is one such company which may be a solution if you feel you need help beyond self-organization.
3) Optimize your resume and cover letter, or if feeling extra ambitious, create a “brag book” or professional portfolio. If done well, this could be a very effective tool to be used during job interviews to help provide proof of your stated accomplishments.
4) Conduct mock interviews: think beyond the one-on-one interview and get a group together to help prepare you for the increasingly popular panel interview.
5) Get social–online and off! Make a list of 10 companies that you admire and follow them on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Use social media to make connections that you take offline; find local networking events and plan to attend.
6) Give yourself a style check. Is your interviewing attire out of date? Does your hairstyle need a fresh new look? Paying attention to looking your best is not only smart for the interview, but may give you a much-needed boost during a time of uncertainty in your life.
7) Set a daily schedule for your search, especially if you are unemployed. Set daily and weekly goals. Write them down and make yourself accountable for reaching them.
8) Conduct an informational interview to learn more about a particular career, or to stay connected to latest information in that field.
9) Research professional associations and find a new one (or your first!) to join. Many provide career resources, online job postings, and networking and educational opportunities. Can be a great resume booster!
10) Have some fun! Job searching and interviewing is rarely fun. Do something that brings you joy and helps you smile.