THIS ARTICLE COVERS A USEFUL 49 WAYS TO STAND OUT WHILE JOB HUNTING, OUTLINES FOLLOW BELOW:
I. DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS
- Set up an online portfolio, if applicable.
- Pursue industry-related certifications.
- Update your Linkedin profile.
- ‘Tailor your application to the job.
- Address the hiring manager in your cover letter.
- Include portfolio + social links in your resume
- Keep your resume neat and clean.
- Send your resume as a PDF
- Include, “References available upon request.”
II. DURING A PHONE INTERVIEW DO THIS TO STAND OUT WHILE JOB HUNTING
- Choose a quiet location to take the call.
- Print out any reference materials.
- Answer with, “Hello, this is [Name].”
- Have a professional voicemail message, just in case.
- Use a friendly + upbeat tone of voice.
- Allow a pause before taking your turn to speak.
- Thank your interviewer for their time.
- Say goodbye in a professional way.
- Send a follow-up thank you email.
- Emphasize your interest in the job
- •.. But keep it brief.
- Have a professional email signature.
III. DURING AN IN-PERSON INTERVIEW
- Prep copies of your resume + cover letter.
23…. And print them on high quality paper. - Dress according to office culture.
25, …But make sure you’re comfortable. - Keep hair + makeup simple.
- Arrive at least 10 minutes early
- Be kind to everyone you encounter.
- Turn off or silence your devices.
- Stand up when your interview walks in.
31…. And shake hands / NOT Applicable until the pandemic passes over. - Use your research to break the ice
- Keep a friendly but appropriate distance.
- Practice social etiquette.
- Keep business cards handy.
- Ask thought provoking questions.
- Maintain eye contact.
- Keep a strong + confident posture,
- Don’t forget to smile.
- Don’t be afraid to brag.
- Tie your experience to the job specs.
- Make your narrative clear
- Ask for feedback.
- Listen carefully.
- Thank your interviewer for their time.
- Wish them a good day.
- Send a handwritten thank-you note.
- …And personalize it to each person.
- Reiterate your fit during follow-up.
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