Contributed by HR Professional Joanne Coghill
*If you'd like to contact Joanne Coghill, please contact TheCircleLA@Gmail.com
Let's get your week started off right. Whether you are looking for a new job or just looking for a job, you need to know the right way to approach it. Our very own TheCircleLA member 'HR professional', has put together a few tips on how to make your hunting experience a little easier in today's job jungle. Good Luck!
1) Most of the best jobs are not listed on the Internet or classified job postings sites. In today’s changing job market, job seekers must network and pursue those hidden opportunities. Market yourself and NETWORK. Expand your skills, broaden your areas of expertise, take additional courses, seminars, workshops and join a professional association.
2) Make every day count. Keep a positive attitude and make daily affirmations. Don’t get frustrated or disappointed but look at this as a building a new opportunity for your future. Don’t take anything personally. Make an effort to call at least three (3) people a day and build your network.
3) Plan! Define your goals and schedule steps in getting there to help you achieve success.
4) Your resume must clearly articulate your strengths and show your competitive advantages. Take time to review your skills and accomplishments. Ask someone to review your resume.
5) You can have a great advantage over other candidates by targeting and building relationships with hiring managers and decision-makers (CEO,
6) Engage the assistance with a mentor or career coach who can help you with your job search and review your resume, possibly giving your other career options that you may not have considered.
7) Do your due diligence. Research the company so you understand their business needs, culture, company’s outstanding debts, financials, longevity and loyalty. Also, research target companies and industries.
8) Prepare for the interview:
a) Practice interview questions with someone, like your mentor or Career Coach. Give attention to questions that can be the most challenging.
b) Stay Positive!
c) Arrive 15 minutes early so you are calm and professionally ready to go.
d) Avoid discussing money until an offer is made.
e) Keep the interview focused on the job position and what you can offer the company (cost savings, cost effectiveness, unique new business ventures, additional revenues).
9) Close the interview with enthusiasm and discussion of the next steps. Immediately follow up with a thank you note.
10) References. Make sure you trust your references. Critical that you give references who will don’t say the wrong thing or too much information that could derail your candidacy.
Have a great week TheCircleLA! We are looking forward to seeing you on November 11th.
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