Job hunting is an utterly exhausting thing to do but it is necessary when we’re unemployed – whether or not we like it. Each and step of the job hunt is critical – from the way the resume is written and the way you dress yourself up, to the way you articulate. These procedures, when executed properly, can make job hunting successful. Job seekers often fail to effectively sell themselves because of avoidable mistakes. There are many reasons why rejection and failure are often experienced. To help you not make the same mistakes again, here is a list of what these mistakes are and how to steer clear from them.
Typos and grammatical errors
Whether or not you have an idea if the employer is demanding on these things or not, it is always a plus point on your part if you submit a resume without mistakes. Your resume is the preliminary step to selling yourself to the employer. You need to place your best foot forward to make you stand out and gain their attention. Although it is not uncommon to make a typo and grammatical error here and there, it is still not an excuse to commit the same on your resume.
The errors that can be found in your resume can reflect badly on your part. It can create an impression that you are not attentive to details, or worse, that you cannot be relied upon on bigger tasks. So before you send out your resume, make sure that you read through every word that you have typed in. After you proofread it, you can ask someone else to proofread it for you too.
Cliches
Words such as “team player” and “results-driven” are too common and overused in resumes. While these words sound positive, they can be repetitive. What strikes hiring managers are words that reflect your achievements. Try using words like “mentored” and “trained”. Remember that when writing a resume, the words you use can either make or break you, so make sure they don’t fall on the latter.
Sentence fillers
We are all guilty of this habit. This happens mostly in situations where we are tense or nervous. We tend to unconsciously fill our sentences with, “umm”, “ahh”, or “you know”. These fillers should be avoided during phone and in-person interviews. You wouldn’t want to give the impression that you are not confident enough to take on the job. The best way to check and correct this is to find a workspace where you can record or videotape yourself during a practice interview with a friend. Review your answers, ask for feedback from your friends, and look out for fillers. Practice again and again until you see your progress.
Unpreparedness
Just like a soldier going to war, you have to be properly armed for the interview you are going to participate in. You cannot just show yourself without having any idea what the company is about or the details and responsibilities of the position you are applying for. If you come into the interview prepared, it will show. You will need to wear confidence like you own it. Try to make eye contact as much as possible. Do your research about the company – its values, history, and all the other important details prior to going to the interview. Understand the job position you are applying for and make sure that you have researched its roles and responsibilities as well.
Not dressed enough
The way you dress for an interview instantly makes an impression on the hiring manager. Dress professionally and don’t be afraid to overdress, it’s a lot better than being underdressed.
We’ve all made mistakes while job searching, just remember not to commit the mistakes listed above and you’ll be perfectly fine.
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