Help me get a great job!
Looking for a job? Here are some steps so you will happily be employed in no time!
- PLAN FOR SUCCESS: Changing careers? Not sure what kind of job you want? Do your research and figure out what job you would want. There are many websites out there. Print out 10 job listings, then highlight the key words or responsibilities they have in common. This helps you focus on what you really want and to even discover strengths or interests you didn’t know you had.
- POLISH YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER: Your resume should repeat the same key words and phrases that are in the specific job listing. A great trick to get your resume flagged and into the yes pile is to write the same skill under several different sections. Always have a cover letter along with your resume. A good cover letter is like shaking hands with the hiring manager.
- NETWORK SMARTLY: Head online to linkedin.com and reach out to the companys recruiter or hiring manager for the specific position you have applied to. Express interest in his/her background and how he/she got to their position and be clear about what you want.
- INTERVIEW LIKE A PRO: Tell me about yourself is the hardest question to answer! Its so open ended. One of the most common mistakes is just regurgitating the resume. Instead, just answer it in three sentences. In the firt, give a brief description of your education or training. In the second, summarize your employment history and in the third sentence explain why you are there by saying someothing like “I’m excited about this position because….” Following the rule of three makes you look professional and composed!
GOOD LUCK!
