Monday, February 28, 2011

Getting Job Secrets Tip of the Day #2

Today I would like to talk about something that 97% of job seekers will NEVER do. The secret alone could catapult into the perfect job faster than anything else.

This little secret has to show that you are CRYSTAL CLEAR about the Exact job that you desire.

The problem is that most people will "settle" for something that is "close enough" but that is not really what someone wants.

Somewhere in your mind you have imagined this perfect job. You have imagined the:

  • You have imagnined the office building.
  • You have visualized the perks!
  • You have replayed the Drive everyday.
  • You have imagined the day to day activities and company functions.

Write down specifically what you MUST HAVE and Things that you would like to have.

Write down what you are willing to do and what you WON'T do.

By writing all of these things down you have mentally committed yourself to one of the most critical parts of a job search.

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Getting Job Secrets Tip of the Day #1

Over the next few day we are going to share with you the MOST important things that will keep you head and shoulders above the competition.

If you follow the advice consistently, then you're much more likely to increase your chances of finding the job you've searching for.

So without further ado, here is Tip #1

Number One: Decide that you are going to get a job.

One of the biggest mistake people say is "I am looking for a job"

To say you are "looking" for a job says just that you are "looking" and not taking your search seriously. If you say you are GETTING a new job then your mindset then you will get one.

50% of looking for a job is a mindset. If you mentally commit yourself to the process then you will be more likely to go further in your job search.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Questions to Ask during your Interview

I speak with hundreds of people during a busy week as a recruiter. One area that I consistenly hear some hestitation with is what questions to ask the person interviewing the candidate.

I recommend thought provoking questions that will encourage a dialogue between both parties. Here are some of my recommendations:

  • What are some of the biggest challenges I would face in this role?
  • What is the single biggest contribution that I make to best help the organization?
  • What are the goals for this position?