Applying for a new job can quickly become stressful and overwhelming when you are unsure of how to go about the process to increase your chances of receiving an additional interview request. When you want to put your best foot forward, there are a few tips and tricks to implement into the process of preparing for an upcoming job interview and filling out available applications.
Tweak Your Resume for Each Individual Position You Are Interested In
Submitting the same resume for each job you are interested in is not advisable, especially if each individual position requires different skills and talents. Always update your resume for each new application you intend to submit to increase your chances of getting noticed and receiving a follow-up email or phone call. Consider the skills, talents, and responsibilities of each position you are interested in to make the appropriate tweaks and changes to your resume prior to submitting your application.
The most important part of your resume is the initial profile that is at the top since it is the first thing a potential employer sees. It should be brief with only about 3 bullet points. The first bullet point should highlight your experience.
So if you are a CPA it might look something like this:
- A designated CPA with strong financial reporting and planning experience in large public companies within the technology and healthcare industries.
The Second bullet point should include your technical skills including software etc.
So it might look something like this:
- Possess strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and aggregate spend reporting for the healthcare industry
Check Your Professional Reputation
Checking into your professional reputation is highly advisable anytime you are in search of a new job, especially if you are involved in a highly skilled industry like tech or healthcare. Conduct thorough research on your professional reputation online to verify that you do not currently have negative press or reputation readily available with a quick Google search or search on industry databases. Protecting—and being aware of—your professional reputation before applying for a new position is imperative if you want to avoid missing out on a new work opportunity due to an incident in your past—whether it is personal or professional.
Research Prospective Employers
Always take the time to research prospective employers that you are interested in working with before completing and submitting a new job application. Learn more about the position you are interested in, the history of the company you want to work for, and the culture of the workplace that currently has a position open and available. The more informed you appear about the company and brand you wish to work for, the easier it is to make a positive and lasting impression on a new prospective employer.
Making sure you are a good candidate for any position you are interested in obtaining is essential whether you are experienced in the field or if you are thinking of getting involved in an entirely new market and industry. With the right amount of preparation and a complete understanding of what a prospective employer is looking for in a new employee, submit your next job application feeling comfortable with and confident in your decisions.
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