September 3, 10:39 am
Setting yourself apart in the job market
This morning, Life Purpose and Career Coach Paige Carbone sent out a tweet looking for input about how people can set themselves apart in the job market.
My input for her was people should get back to basics. They should take time BEFORE the interview to learn about the company and the position for which they’re interviewing.
When people apply to my business, I am impressed when it’s obvious they’ve taken the time to pour over my websites and can speak intelligently about them. It may sound like I’m a pushover, but it impresses me. On the other hand, people taking time during an interview to ask about what we do at Leadership Development, Inc. and the Center for Workplace Excellence come across like they’re simply looking for a job.
In my opinion, the difference shows initiative, and should be taken into account when considering actual qualifications. In other words, with all other things being equal, if two people holding the same qualifications are applying to work here and one has taken time to learn about my company—and shows it, that’s the person getting the job.
Want to set yourself apart? Do your homework BEFORE the interview!
Filed in Work, Opinion, Workplace, Job Seeking, Interviewing
Very cool. Thanks for the great info…and the shout-out!
No problem, Paige. I hope your presentation goes well.