4 Essentials You Need for Landing Your Dream Job
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Posted By: Anica Oaks on July 28, 2020 An enjoyable job can make each day a pleasure. Obtaining an enjoyable job, though, is often an uphill climb. That's not to say, by any means, that your ideal job is out of reach. Just read through these four essentials you need for landing your dream job, and you'll be well on your way to finally enjoying the work you do. Experience in a Relevant FieldUnless your dream job is fairly common, then you'll probably be competing against other candidates for the same position. One of the ways to set yourself apart is to have some type of experience in a field that's relevant to the job you're seeking. The good news is that this experience can be obtained in a variety of different ways, including volunteering, internships, and other non-traditional means. A Great ResumeEven though a good resume probably won't land you your dream job, it can certainly help get you in the door. Therefore, it's important to pay close attention to your resume when you're applying for a job of any kind. To make sure you get it right, you can use a custom executive level resume builder so that you don't have to worry about any of the formatting. Above all else, make sure that your spelling and grammar are correct before you submit your resume. A Professional AppearanceWhen it comes to landing your dream job, your appearance matters. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that you need to arrive at your interview in a custom-tailored business suit. Instead, it's important to dress for the position you're seeking, which could take a variety of forms, including, in some rare cases, a t-shirt and shorts. It is a good idea, though, to dress one "level" higher than you think the situation calls for so that you don't accidentally show-up underdressed. Company KnowledgeDuring your interview, the company representative will likely ask you some questions about the company. They will assume that if you really want a job at this company, you will take some time to research some basic facts about the company. You can also subtly slip information about the company into answers for unrelated questions, as long as you do it without being overbearing. Not everyone scores their dream job on their first try. In fact, many people try for many years before they finally land a position that they're truly happy with. Therefore, if you don't get the job this time, just consider it a practice run that will help you perform better during future interviews. Having this positive attitude will help make you a better employee for the company that does eventually hire you. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Anica Oaks
Freelance Writer, Freelance University of San Francisco class of 2012 Member Since November 2016 |
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