10 Things I Know About...Job-seeker mistakes
Ford R. Myers, president of Career Potential, LLC.
Ford R. Myers is a career coach and president of Career Potential, LLC. Contact him at www.careerpotential.com and contact@careerpotential.com.
10) Responding to online job postings In general, job postings and "want ads" produce little value. Spend no more than 5 percent of your time on them.
9) Sending unsolicited resumes They're wasted effort. Abandon this job search tactic completely.
8) Looking only for job openings More than 40 percent of positions are created for the applicant, often at the interview. Shift your focus from openings to opportunities by researching target companies' needs and convey your matching experience, strengths and contributions.
7) Ineffective networking Listen rather than talk. Have a clear agenda and ask for feedback, guidance and referrals.
6) Too wide a focus Get clear on exactly the type of job you want.
5) Unplanned search Develop a well-thought out job search methodology including daily introspection and planning, and a system for accountability.
4) Doing it alone Career coaches provide objective guidance and a proven system for job search success. Other resources include job search groups/clubs, career seminars, college career centers, etc.
3) Letting others take control A small selection of professional recruiters can serve an important role in your search, but maintain control over the recruiting process. The only person who can get you a job is you.
2) Not preparing well All job interviews have five basic elements: articulating your value, conveying your knowledge of the company, asking intelligent questions, negotiating compensation and following-up to close the deal. Research the company and the interviewer beforehand.
1) Not knowing your market value Research and assess your value in the marketplace before an interview. Only talk money when the employer makes an offer.
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