We all need to work to live, but it’s hard to know how to find and secure good work these days – especially with all the challenges we’ve experienced in Fort McMurray (and globally for that matter with the pandemic). Being aware of how to find the best position and marketing yourself properly is essential. In this article, we will give you a step by step process that you are sure to find helpful.
Tip #1: When applying for a new job, do not be shy about your financial needs. If you know you will only be paid around ten dollars, ask for about fifteen. This will tell your potential employer you feel you deserve more, and you may get lucky and get more than the average salary.
Tip #2: Maintain a positive attitude whenever you are acting as an employee. Your attitude is one of the biggest determining factors when it comes to getting employment. To ensure that you are viewed as a stable, worthy employee you need to keep any negative emotions about previous employers to yourself.
Tip #3: Have questions prepared for your interviewer. You are certainly going to be asked about any questions you might have. Inquire about the company culture, the position itself, and whatever interests you.
Tip #4: When looking to get a job, try your best to attend as many career fairs as possible. Career fairs will help you figure out the kind of job you want. An added bonus of attending job fairs is the ability to meet and network with other professionals. These acquaintances might just help you to find a job.
Tip #5: Include social media addresses in your resume. Social media is becoming popular among many businesses, and this can help your employer get to know you a bit better. HINT: if you’re a bit edgy on social media, you may not want to share a personal account. Doing so could make you look unprofessional.
Tip #6: Try doing some role play before you go to a job interview. You should have someone rehearse with you. Use general questions related to the industry and get yourself prepared. Keep your answers focused and to the point. This role play will help you make a better presentation of yourself and land the job of your dreams.
Tip #7: Prepare an “elevator pitch” about yourself. This is a 30 to 60 second statement that could be delivered on an elevator ride, hence the name. Include information about your biography and any pertinent career accomplishments. Use the statement on phone interviews or when asked why you should be hired for the job.
Tip #8: Polish your resume. Your resume needs to be very organized so that employers can determine your background easily. You resume should highlight your educational background, job experience and any special skills and strengths. Be sure to include contact information and any volunteer work. If you’re not very skilled at this, you should hire help to write your resume. A professional resume will not only look good and read right, but it will also be written in such a way that job boards like. The FMCA offers this as a paid service on the job board – click here to learn more.
The hints available here can help you with your job search. Use these ideas to help you with everything from the interview to landing the job. With the information you’ve just learned, you can get that dream job today!
