Are you dealing with stress when looking for a job? As we continue to deal with the pandemic, finding a job can add more stress to your life. Many companies are looking for workers who are searching for a job. Some of the feed back I hear while attending my Leadership Group is about prospects showing signs of stress. Some of the things you can do to make a good impression on the employer is to better be prepared. Start by preparing your self from the start. It starts with applying for the job. When you choose to apply for the job, make sure you set time aside to know about the company. Research it by clicking on their website. Read about the company. Go to their LinkedIn page. This tells you more about the company and it’s employees. Next make changes to your resume. Use some of the information to fit the resume for that position. More importantly it gives you insight to use during the interview process. Now set aside time to fill the application correctly. Submit your application with resume. Assuming you get the interview this could be the deal breaker if you are not prepared. Each week I hear the same things from employers regarding the applicants not being prepared. Now it’s time for the interview. Listen to the questions the employer are asking and answer with short direct answers. Sometimes you can use an example related to your experience can help answer the questions. In closing when the employer ask if you have any questions? This is your time to shine. Let them know you researched the company and mention the highlights you read. End by telling them why you would be the right person for the position. As I mentioned before people who are searching for a job has the advantage due to the many possibilities available during the pandemic. Why not take advantage by better preparing yourself? #prepare #resume
The economy is booming right? Well, yes and no I think. Yes the metrics are all good. Yes its as good as it gets... at the moment. But the structure and distribution is out of balance. We know that most households don't have enough savings to cover an unexpected $500 expense. This article I read today underscores how tight most households run.
So what to do? Now is the time to adjust expenses and start getting ahead of this. As tough as it might be, this might be as good as it gets for awhile. So now is the time to stock away some savings in case things get dislocated. I know thats really tough. But its also really important. I'll be sharing more on this theme over coming weeks, but this article prompted me to start the thought today.
What about you? What do you think? Does this article resonate with you?
Check out these tips to help you feel prepared and confident so you can land the job during your next interview!
1- Are you dressed to impress? Check out this [great post] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/60d77b2f-6640-5331-8816-dca310ec58bf?from=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.jobcase.com%252Fcommunity) on what to wear during your next interview! Make sure to lay your clean clothes out the night before and check for wrinkles/stains (it happens).
2- What to bring? Write down 3-5 questions you want to ask the employer during the interview in a notebook and pack it with your things, along with a few copies of your resume (just in case). Not sure what to ask? Check out [these] (https://www.themuse.com/advice/51-interview-questions-you-should-be-asking) 50 questions out! Want to know more about the job’s culture? Then [these] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/d98a6946-b042-5278-8899-45b1326fd186) are the questions for you!
3- What will you say? Use these [conversation starters tricks] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/6d46f61d-c53b-5ec5-9d7c-69cc61713f6a) to help you break the ice and fight those potentially awkward silent moments.
4- Did you do your research? Make sure you spend a little time going on the company’s website. Find the specifics of the position you are applying to. Make a list of the skills, knowledge, and professional and personal qualities that are required by the employer and those that are critical for success in the job. Then make another and list all of YOUR qualifications. Draw a line connecting the two that match up. Make it a point to casually highlight these things during the interview. Prove that you are a great fit for them! Also be sure to check out the company’s mission and anything important about them make a note of it. This will help you prepare to answer interview questions about the company should they come up.
5- Did you practice? A few days before, make sure to practice answering some interview questions [such as these] (https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-answer-the-31-most-common-interview-questions). This will help give you a chance to prepare and practice, and will also help boost your confidence.
What helps you prep for an interview?
Be sure you take a little time today to prepare for the fair!
The Boston job fair is tomorrow (Thursday, June 14th) from 1 – 4PM
At the Reggie Lewis Track And Athletic Center 1350 Tremont St., Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
There's still plenty of time to [register] (https://www.jobcase.com/ulem-boston-job-fair).
TONIGHT be sure to:
-Lay out your interview outfit Check to make sure it's clean and wrinkle-free. Here is a post on [what to wear] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/9c344981-aa8c-58f6-966a-6a2526db420f) to the fair!
-Grab those resumes (50 copies) and place them in a folder. Be sure to tuck them away in a bag. Make sure your resumes are easily accessible when an employer requests a copy, so you don't have to go digging for one!
-Eat a good breakfast the morning of. It’s true what they say, breakfast IS the most important meal of the day. It will fuel your brain/body first thing. When in doubt bring a small snack with you to keep your energy levels up.
-Go to bed early. Even if you’re a night owl, put on those pj’s and climb into bed early enough the night before so you get a full 8 hours. You will look rested tomorrow and feel much calmer and focused.
-Plan how you will get there Find out how long it will take with Google Maps. It’s always helpful to have an ETA.
-Make sure you have written down 3-5 questions. Write these down in a notebook that you want to ask that particular company. Don't forget to pack that notebook as well as a few pens/pencils.
-Know what that company does and their mission. If you haven’t researched it yet, take some time to see what they are all about and take some notes! Remember when you are chatting with them what you say should be tailored to what YOU bring to that company based on what they do. They will be impressed with your knowledge!
-Nervous? Don’t be! Check out **[this post] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/9f73c956-43da-5d6a-962e-c27936c2996e) on how to remain calm.
Good luck at the Boston job fair!
Know someone who needs a job and lives in the Boston area?
Pass it on! : )