Five Job Search Mistakes
Some businesses may be looking to hire again, but with many more people looking for jobs, it's easy for job seekers to get tripped up by small mistakes. Career counselor and author Robin Ryan has some thoughts on what to avoid when you start sending those resumes out.
Here are the five mistakes Ryan says many people make:
1. Failing to sell accomplishments quickly: Most employers don't take just 15 seconds to reject a resume. Applicants need to show where they saved their employers money, made money, saved time or increased productivity. And they need to do it in the smallest number of words possible.
2. Not writing a cover letter: Some people think they can skip the cover letter when they apply electronically, but a letter demonstrates communication skills and offers a chance to sell yourself, particularly in the opening paragraph.
3. Not handling the interview well. Dress right, look confident, know something about the company and get to the point in your answers to interview questions.
4. Being stumped by tough questions. Think through typical interview questions like why should we hire you or why did you lose your previous job before you get into the office. Saying the first thing that comes to mind can be a bad idea.
5. Not asking good questions. Some candidates just ask about pay and benefits, and look selfish, while others struggle for something to ask, and look disinterested. Prepare yourself with intelligent questions about job duties and management styles.
Click here to read the rest of Ryan's advice.
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