Asking yourself a single question could be the key to getting the job you want
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- Before beginning the job-search, as yourself "what makes me worth hiring?"
- It is essential to accurately assess and quantify your value in terms of your experience and past achievements.
- By branding yourself effectively, you will communicate your worth to prospective employers, and make a positive impression.
Hillary spent seven months in 2017 looking for a job. She didn't get any interviews. She was convinced there was something wrong with her. Her career confidence dwindled. I don't blame her for feeling this way. The unemployment rate last year was at a record-low (and continues to be). Employers are complaining they can't find enough talent. Which means, getting hired in a good economy should be easy, right? But, the truth is, even if you're a rockstar at what you do, failing to do one thing prior to embarking on a job search can result in it taking much longer. Hillary didn't complete a critical activity before she started looking for work and it resulted in months of wasted job search efforts.
Brand or BE branded.
The most common mistake people make when starting a job search is failing to take time to properly explore the answers to the question: "What makes me worth hiring?" All too often, I see people skip the process of defining their value proposition. The result is a resume and LinkedIn profile that make no sense. And, a job search that is all over the board and very unproductive. Understanding your value so you can brand yourself is the most effective way to send a clear and convincing message to companies you are the one they need.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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