Here’s a common question:
Why have some people who have the same qualifications and experience as I do found work, while I’m still looking? I have been surprised to see people with less experience land jobs.
The right qualifications and experience do not guarantee a job, although they are part of the equation.
How and when job candidates find work is more an art than a science, but there are things that help you land a job faster. The deciding factor in a job offer often boils down to how well the candidate presents his information and connects with the employer. In fact, the art of rapport-building is such a huge factor in developing chemistry with the interviewer that when two candidates are being compared, chemistry wins almost every time.
Here are five key skills that can help you land a job:
Identify your skills and abilities. List at least 10 skills that have contributed to your success. Know what makes you different from the other candidates.
Match your qualifications to the employer’s needs. Stay mindful of the words you use to describe yourself.
Focus on your goals. This gives an impression of confidence and will give you an edge. Make sure your interests relate to the employer’s needs.
Mentally trade places with the employer, and develop an understanding of what he is looking for in a candidate.
Practice making a convincing presentation before the interview. Ask yourself what would make an employer want to hire you.
