Do not think at any time that it is only fresh graduates looking for jobs. People who have jobs have different reasons why they are seeking jobs again. The competition is tighter than ever but today we want to give tips that can easily cut across all the groups of job seekers.
For those of you old enough in the job searching market, you can use a refresher. What do you do in your job? How do you carry it out? If you get a job today, what are the tricks? The following attributes will help you succeed:
1. Be willing to ask for help, but be able to take charge: Employers like employees to ask questions. It’s better to admit you need help than to fumble blindly. But once you’ve been pointed in the right direction, take charge. And if you know what you’re doing, be proactive. One of the biggest mistakes new recruits can make…is to assume that when they have nothing to do that there is nothing to do.
2. Know the boss: Understand what she or he needs. If you can learn what your boss values, what will help her/ him be successful, then your success will follow. Know how she operates and use this to guide your actions.
3. Cultivate good relationships: You can be the best at what you do, but if you’re a jerk, you’re not going to get the promotions. Be easy-going. Be respectful. Be well-groomed. Don’t get involved in office politics.
4. Don’t watch the clock: If you have to stay a little late to meet a deadline or pull some hours on a weekend without being asked, it shows your commitment. If you go the extra mile, you’ll be noticed.
5. Know when to go: Stay in a position until you’ve got as much from it as you can. Then make a shift to something new, either in the same company or with a new one. It’s important to continue to grow. When that’s no longer possible, it’s time to move on.
6. Don’t treat the job like a chore: Many young people in their first real jobs act as if they’re in an adversarial relationship with their employer. This is counterproductive. An “us vs. them” mentality helps nobody. Think “win-win”. If you’re in a shitty job where the corporate culture fosters adversity, then get out. That’s not a career. That’s a life in purgatory.
7. Think like your employer: If you were in his place, what would you value in an employee? An excellent way to do this is to skim material he may be reading or what he enjoys watching etc.
8. Behave professionally: Don’t bad-mouth your company to clients. Don’t tell off-color stories. Don’t engage in behavior that’s embarrassing to the company. This is common-sense stuff, but you’d be surprised at how many young people damage their careers by behaving in an unprofessional manner.
9. Be flexible — adapt to the demands of the job: There’s nothing more frustrating than employee who grouses. Especially in a small business, your job is whatever your boss asks you to do. Sometimes you’ll need to do tasks that fall outside your job description. Adapt to the situation. Be willing to think outside the box. Employers love this.
Your career is one of your most valuable assets it’s a regular, reliable source of money. Please handle it with care. This is very important for you to note because if you mess your first or second job, then it may be risky in future employment.
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