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Getting a Job in the Field You Want to Work In
Finding a job is one thing. Finding a job that you really want is another entirely. Many people will work in jobs that aren’t right for them for many years before finally taking the plunge and deciding what they really want to do. Here are some ideas so that you don’t fall into that trap: Don’t be afraid. If you don’t like a particular field, have the confidence to leave and do something else. Many people are hindered by fear, so don’t let this happen to you. Talk to friends in other industries. If their job sounds interesting, find out what you have to do to find something similar. Study.…
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Securing Yourself a Promotion
Getting a new job will give you a great sense of achievement. However, in order to maintain this feeling, you need to keep progressing within the role and the company. This will usually come in the form of gaining a promotion. Here are some tips: Be honest about what you want. If the people in charge don’t know that you want to progress, they might assume that you’re content with your role as it is. Look for opportunities to shine. Always think about how you could improve processes, within your own role and within the company as a whole. Don’t moan about things that you want to change – change…
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The Fine Line Between Confidence and Arrogance
When applying for jobs, it’s important to show what you’re capable of. However, you don’t want to sound arrogant. It can be a fine line, so here are some tips to help: Remember to be friendly, and to smile. This might sound obvious, but it isn’t just an exam. Your interviewer will also be looking for an open and easy-going person who will fit in with the existing team. Ask questions about the company. This will show that you’re genuinely interested in the role whilst also giving you a break by taking the focus off you for a second. Speak naturally and refer to real-life situations and circumstances. You don’t…
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Networking to Improve Your Career Prospects
It’s important to build up professional relationships within your field in order to further advance your career. Whether you’re looking for a new job or want to progress in your current role, networking is going to be beneficial in a number of ways. By building up your network, you are giving yourself the chance to bring in more work. Whether it’s within your current company or in a new position, potential new opportunities are always beneficial. It’s also an excellent way to meet others who might be able to help your business. For example, you may decide to implement a new marketing strategy, or you might need a new IT…
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Using Social Media to Help You Professionally
Social media is continually growing in importance. It’s a central part of daily life for many people, and it’s entirely possible to use this to your advantage. Having a strong online presence can help you to secure a job, help you to set up a business or help you to develop in your current position. Firstly, make sure that your social media profiles aren’t going to be detrimental to you. Many employers will now check a candidate’s social media to get a better idea of them as a person, so eradicate any inappropriate photographs or controversial statuses immediately. If you’re seeking a job, social media can be a valuable resource.…
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How to Find a New Job Whilst Still in Your Current One
If you’re looking for a new job, it can be a very demanding task whilst you’re still in full-time employment. There’s very little time for job seeking, and interviews are mainly held during working hours which can prove to be extremely problematic. However, candidates who are in current employment are the most attractive and are more likely to be invited to interviews than someone who is unemployed. How is one to carry out a job hunt whilst working? Keep your job hunt a secret. It might feel awkward at first, but it’s definitely for the best in the long run. If your manage finds out, you may lose your job,…
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What Do Recruiters Look For?
Before you can begin looking for jobs and attending interviews, you’ll need to impress the recruiters who are going to find you the jobs. If you’re able to leave them with a good impression, you can save yourself a good deal of work – searching and applying for jobs can be one of the most time-consuming parts of the process. Having recruiters on board is a very valuable resource, so here are some of the ways to endear yourself to them: Think of the overall impression you’re giving, not just the buzz words that you think people want to hear. If a recruiter has a good feeling about you as…
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Questions to Ask in an Interview
The moment always comes during an interview when the interviewer asks: ‘do you have any questions?’ If you don’t have anything at all lined up, it can be incredibly awkward. Even if you’ve been asking questions throughout, it’s always good to have some stored up ready for when this moment arrives. Here are some idea of questions which you might like to ask, which will make you look interested, engaged and enthusiastic about the role: What do you enjoy about working at the company? How did you get the role in the first place? Asking about the interviewer’s own background will give you valuable insight into the kinds of people…