Holicent
VIP Contributor
In a business world where the competition is fierce and job seekers are constantly looking for ways to stand out from the crowd, it's crucial to get noticed when you're applying for a new job. Here are some strategies that can help you improve your chances of getting hired.
1. Be an expert in your field
It's important to know what you're talking about before applying for jobs, especially if you want to impress potential employers with your knowledge and skills. Start by finding out what the company does and how it makes money. If possible, volunteer at the company in question or speak with someone who works there on a regular basis.
2. Start thinking like a recruiter
Recruiters often have hundreds of applications to sift through before they can find "the one." It's important that you make yourself stand out from other candidates by showing them why they should hire you over others who might be less qualified but more expensive or less experienced in the same position than you are right now (and will likely be in the future).
3. Obtain recommendations from friends and family
If possible, ask people who know the hiring manager what their opinion is about whether or not this person would be good fit for the job.
1. Be an expert in your field
It's important to know what you're talking about before applying for jobs, especially if you want to impress potential employers with your knowledge and skills. Start by finding out what the company does and how it makes money. If possible, volunteer at the company in question or speak with someone who works there on a regular basis.
2. Start thinking like a recruiter
Recruiters often have hundreds of applications to sift through before they can find "the one." It's important that you make yourself stand out from other candidates by showing them why they should hire you over others who might be less qualified but more expensive or less experienced in the same position than you are right now (and will likely be in the future).
3. Obtain recommendations from friends and family
If possible, ask people who know the hiring manager what their opinion is about whether or not this person would be good fit for the job.
