If you’re a recent graduate or graduating in the next few years, this is
important information to know. Post graduation, finding your first real
job is going to be top priority on your “List of Things to do.” However,
what’s a good way to market yourself above all the other competition out
there?
1. Be willing to meet people. Don’t be afraid to go out to job
fairs, shake a few hands, and introduce a face with a name. Don’t know
if your dream company is hiring? Call them up! Ask if you can come in or
if they have any positions you can start at. You will never know if you
don’t ask.
2. Be likeable. Say for example you land an interview. Walk in the
interview being the best liked person on the planet. Smile & say thank
you. For example, in an interview, an applicant was perfectly qualified
with every skilled needed. When asked interview questions, the candidate
rolled their eyes and said “These interview questions are so typical.”
The company went with the second best qualified person.
3. Accept rejection. You are not going to get an interview with
every dream job you come across. Walk into each interview with a fresh
mind and outlook. There is someone who is more qualified than you as
well as less qualified. Keep looking and the perfect opportunity will
fall into your lap.
