Do you commit any of these errors in your job search? You probably make at least one or two, if not more! This five-part series will go through some of the most typical errors job seekers make and offer advice on how to avoid them.
- Failing to complete your homework You wouldn’t purchase a car without first doing some brand, make, and model research, right? If that’s the case, why would you attend an interview without first conducting a Google search on the business, seeing their website, and researching what they do? Nowadays, it’s simpler than ever to investigate a firm and the interviewer. You might even be able to learn the wage range for your position at that company!
- Failing to inquire about the next action. The interview is coming to a close. Are there any questions you have? the interviewer queries. You ask no questions. After a handshake, you walk away. You squandered a significant chance. Gratitude is appropriate for the interviewer. Tell them you’re highly interested in the job, and then inquire as to what comes next. “At this point, is there anything else you require from me? What comes after that? If I don’t hear from you this week, may I call you again the following week? Would you rather I call or email you?
- Disparaging Your Present Employer Keep your dissatisfaction with your current employer to yourself, even if you are. When interviewing for a new job, avoid talking negatively about your current employer or updating your social media statuses. Employ statements like “I am seeking for a new challenge” or “I am looking to use my abilities and expertise in a new situation, and when I heard about this chance, I couldn’t pass it up” as your go-to opening statements.
- Not Continuing All the Way. There are instances when you’ll apply for a job, get the interview call, but not get the position. That will take place. What can you take away from it, then? If you don’t follow through, you won’t be able to use the experience to advance your career. Follow up, then! Never be hesitant to get in touch with the hiring manager, express your gratitude for the chance to meet with them, and request their candid feedback on how you could improve for future interviews. Inquire about the hiring candidate. What credentials, abilities, training, or experiences did they possess that you lacked? Even while you won’t always be able to find the answers you seek, just think of how useful it would be!
- Not being ready to conduct a job search. To be successful in your job hunt, you need the right resources. and a targeted, updated resume. a LinkedIn profile that is “complete” and has at least 150 connections. resume letters of gratitude. the top 20 interview questions and their responses that you might be asked. Don’t enter a job search unprepared, just as you wouldn’t enter a combat unarmed.
- Not saying “thank you” to those who have assisted you along the way. Don’t forget to appreciate those who assisted you with your job hunt after you have secured your new position. That will make it more likely that they’ll be ready to assist you the next time you want to go forward27 Commonddddd
