What you were taught in school no longer applies to the job searching skills needed in todays market. The rules have changedfrom the resume through the interview. Dont be caught with an objective statement on your resume, or asking the interviewer questions you should have researched on the web on your own. Here are some hot tips for being a savvy career planner:
1) Identify your top competencies, strengths, demonstration situations and high point stories Different behaviors for different jobs are needed. Today there are sophisticated career planning assessments on the market to help you identify your ideal work environment. It is important for you to become very familiar with your strongest skills. Then, whether it is a resume, a job application, or a job interview, youll be able to articulate them succinctly and professionally.
2) Identify your competitive advantage the single most important job search skill is your ability to communicate what you can do for a company! When the hiring manager believes that you can help solve the type of problems they face, you dramatically increase your chances of being offered the job. The fact is, companies will hire...