Applying for jobs is stressful. Not only do you have to be open, you have to be confident. At the end of the day, you are trying to sell the services that you can provide to a company. This can be shown in a resume and cover letter, but after that, it’s an interview. So how do you put yourself in the best position possible?
Apply for Many
To put yourself in the best position possible, you need to apply to many jobs. This ensures that you have higher odds of landing you a job. With that said, you need to be organized. When you apply to multiple jobs, you need to keep track of it. This will ensure that you don’t apply for too many positions, or positions at the same company.
When you apply to many jobs, you need to ensure that your application is catered to each company. By rewriting your cover letter and making sure the relevant information is on you resume, will lead to the highest call back rate.
Take Interviews
You got called for an interview, now what? Accept the interview. This is a time for you to better learn about the company. At the end of the day, this is a time for you to see if you would fit into the culture. While they are seeing if you fit in, you need to do the same.
When you take an interview, you’re not committing to a company. You can take many interviews, but ensure you keep track of them and be well prepared.
Follow Up
You were one of many applicants, so how do you stand out? You can stand out by following up. When you finish your interview, send a thank you email. Regardless of how the interview went, it is smart to send a thank you note. In the digital world, this can be as quick as an email. This shows that you are willing to take the extra step.
While this is a small move, it means a lot to hiring managers.
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