10 skills to help you get the job (part 2) - boston tech recruiter
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Top 10 Skills
to Help You Get the Job
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( Part 2 of 2 )
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Intro
Work history & experience are vital to landing a job
But hiring managers look for more
Abstract characteristics ultimately get you the job
Your resume & interview are vital
Prove you will thrive in a companys culture & become an asset
Here are the remaining 5 of the top 10 most sought-after skills
among job candidates & actionable suggestions
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Skill 6:
Attitude & Personality
One angry employee can ruin a companys morale Express your upbeat, optimistic personality
Convey a sincere interest in the job
Show excitement to work with the company
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Skill 6:
Attitude & Personality
During an Interview Explain why you want the job
Cite specifics about the company & position
Show enthusiasm to fill the opening
On a Resume
Word choice & format convey your personality
Be professional, but give a sense of who you are
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Skill 7:
Organization & Planning
Organizational skills are essential to daily operations
Exhibit the ability to stay aware of the big picture
Show a capacity to plan beyond the task at hand
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Skill 7:
Organization & Planning
During an Interview
Discuss how you completed a project with milestones
Offer specifics about the methods you used to stay organized
On a Resume
Highlight overlapping projects
Detail concurrent responsibilities
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Skill 8:
Reliability & Loyalty
Showing you can perform is not enough
Demonstrate you can perform consistently
Prove you are a dependable team member
Do not talk badly about previous employers
Do not bring up unresolved coworker conflicts
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Skill 8:
Reliability & Loyalty
In an Interview Talk to how you went above and beyond for a coworker
Remember, youre allowed to take vacation days
Be sure to convey you have work/life balance
Do not present yourself as a burn-out risk
On a Resume Do not show a history of changing jobs every few months
Show a solid tenure at past companies
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Skill 9:
Honesty & Integrity
Hiring managers know Unbiased information allows decisions to be made correctly
Ethical professionals eliminate the risk of legal & PR disasters
Never imply willingness to act unethically
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Skill 9:
Leadership & Initiative
During an Interview
Give credit where credits due
Do not claim a group project was a solo effort
Be familiar with the companys standards & ethics
Often posted on their website
On a Resume
Do not list false credentials
Do not exaggerate accomplishments
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Skill 10:
Self Confidence & Pride
Perhaps the most difficult skill to develop
Likely the easiest for a hiring manager to observe
Reflected in the way
You make decisions
You communicate
Your overall demeanor
Be confident in your weaknesses
Show you are self-aware & welcome the chance to improve
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Skill 10:
Self Confidence & Pride
During an Interview & On a Resume
This is not the time for modesty Its up to you to prove youre the best candidate
You cannot convince a hiring manager if you dont believe in yourself
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Conclusion
There is a time & place for addressing these skills
It may not be right to bring up each in every interview
Tailor your resume to fit each unique opportunity
Consider & prepare to address each trait every time
You will never be caught off guard
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Looking forpersonalized assistance finding a job? Contact: CareerEncore, Inc.
A boutique recruiting firm serving Greater Boston-area tech companies
Seeking candidates from tech-driven companies
Regardless of functional experience (Development, Systems, Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations,
Executive Suite, etc.)
Were always looking for software engineers, programmers, & developers
Our commitment & experience enable us to match talent with opportunity
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