JOB READINESS

Vaishnavi T
5 min readMay 13, 2021

1.Use the Job Boards Correctly:

All the major job boards, such as Indeed.com, SimplyHired.com, CareerBuilder.com and Monster.com have an “Advanced Search” option where you can search by keyword, location with a radius, job title, and many other options.

Applying for every job you find isn’t always a good idea — it’s also inefficient. Instead, seek out jobs that match your qualifications. That way, you’ll have a better chance of getting selected for an interview. Before you start job hunting, take the time to decide what type of job you’re seeking.

Tip:

Come up with a target list of companies you’d like to work for and do your best to get them to notice you.

2. Focus Your Resume and Keep Applying:

You only have a few seconds to impress a hiring manager enough to select you for an interview. Hiring managers want to see what you can do for the company written in your cover letter’s first paragraph.

However, it’s not just your cover letter. Your resume should be edited and tweaked, so it’s as close a match to the job as possible. Otherwise, it may not get picked up by the applicant tracking systems companies use to screen resumes or the recruiter who reviews it.

Tip:

Avoid the temptation to put decades of work experience on your resume. It dates you and provides too much information. It might also be too much experience for most job openings.

3. Your Appearance and Personality:

Maybe appearances shouldn’t matter so much, but they do. The first few minutes of an interview are critical for first impressions. Be sure you’ve dressed appropriately for the type of job and company you’re applying to.

Rehearsed answers, fake smiles, and saying what you think the interviewer wants to hear misleads the employer. Employers want to know who they’re hiring, and that’s the person they expect to show up for the first day of work.

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Hiring managers look at your shoes — you might need to polish yours. If your shoes don’t require polish, ensure they are clean and free of scuffs or scratches. It’s important to look your best from head to toe.

4.Remember Your Interview Etiquette:

One of the most common interview mistakes is badmouthing your last boss or co-workers. The first thing the interviewer is going to wonder is what you will say about their company when you’re moving on.

It’s essential to follow up after a job interview. It’s a way to show your appreciation for being considered for the job. It’s also a way to reiterate your interest and share anything you neglected during the interview.

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Communication is an important part of workplace etiquette. It’s sometimes not what you say, but how you say it that counts so be mindful of how you communicate with your colleagues in meetings and one-on-one conversations.

5. Use Your Network and References:

Networks are an essential component of a successful job search. Most jobs are found through networking, whether it’s online or in-person. You never know who can help you find your next position unless you tell your connections you’re looking for a job.

References are important, and employers check them. Get recommendations from bosses, coworkers, clients, subordinates and suppliers. Store them on sites like LinkedIn and share them whenever possible. If you’re worried about getting a lousy reference from your supervisor, work on getting some personal references you can add to your credentials.

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Social media is an effective way to get to know important contacts better and without the pressure of a face-to-face meeting that you may not be prepared for. Seek out like-minded or key contacts you would like to know better within your LinkedIn profile, Google Plus, Twitter and more. Try commenting on a link they post or responding to a comment they make, start a conversation with them and offer them value in return. When you have the opportunity to meet them in person it will be easier to reference previous communications with them.

How will you Promote yourself to corporate in this covid Era:

Tips

The five tips Thought to be a best entrepreneur:

1.Reassure customers

2.Get creative

3.Kick Things Up on social

4.Build Relationships Virtually

5.Improve your Online Presence

  1. Reassure customers:

Your customers are your business’s fans. Without them, you wouldn’t be the successful business you are today. In a time with so much uncertainty, you need to reassure your customers that you’re there for them and that your business isn’t going anywhere.

To inform your customers about how you’re responding to the coronavirus and let them know you’re there for them when they need you, you can:

1.Send out email updates

2.Post regularly on social media

3.Add information in customer accounts (e.g., on the dashboard)

2.Get Creative:

When it comes to marketing your business during coronavirus, the more creative you are, the better:

1.Having a unique way to market your products or services makes you stand out from your competition.

2.you can promote unique offerings, like DIY kits and care packages, to get customers flying through your doors.

3. You can also offer virtual options to customers, like online classes, meetings, and showcases.

3.Kick Things Upon social :

Even before the coronavirus started, social media was king. As of 2019, a whopping 79% of Americans have social media profiles. And, that number continues to grow as more people go virtual during the pandemic.

To market your company in the middle of coronavirus, take your strategies to social:

1.Start or join conversations

2.Utilize sponsored posts or paid advertisements

3.Post more frequently

4.Have an online contest (e.g., share for a chance to win

5.Keep your customers in the loop with store updates

6.Promote special or limited-time offerings.

4.Build relationships virtually:

To strengthen relationships with your customers, put yourself in their shoes:

1.Keep open, honest, and considerate communication going.

2.When communicating and connecting with customers during the coronavirus, be empathic, genuine, and thoughtful.

5. Improve your online presence:

According to one source, internet hits have surged between 50% and 70% due to the coronavirus. With so many people spending their free time online.

Having a strong online presence can help you build your brand and gain credibility to attract new customers:

1.Optimize your business website for mobile

2.Create valuable content

3.Do some SEO research

4.Incorporate keywords on your website pages

5.Engage in online communities and forums

6.Improve user experience.

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