If you are fresh out of college and do not have top class grades from a first class institution of higher learning, you are part of the crowd that is queuing up to get into the ‘best parties’ … I mean the best organizations! You get a huge advantage (and I mean really huge and I am seriously not kidding with you!), if you have strong academic credentials from a top institution because you make the hiring manager’s job easy. If you don’t its OK here are some tips to get you into this party.
Understand the role – Understand the organization – Show them what you Have – Ask smart questions
You are showing up at the interview session to demonstrate your fit for the role and the organization, right? Do your homework … make sure you understand the role very well – recruitment firms or job listings provide detailed information regarding the attributes and traits needed for the positions that they advertise for. I would also ask you to map your experience and accomplishments to every attribute and trait listed for the position or for as many as possible. Your examples should have quantifiable proof points as much as possible. Show the hiring manager what you can do for him … three examples are ideal, have five ready. He will be satiated and tired by then! Continue reading »
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