How to Land a Job Over The Other Applicants

At the present moment unemployment in the United States is an overwhelming 10.2% and the Obama administration has warned that things will get worse before it gets better!
And what does this mean for us as Americans? With job application lines sometimes going around the corner, chances are awfully slim that we might land that 1 job opening with 3,000 applicants. In all essence, it’s a mess. First thing first, below in the resource, is the most recent list of unemployment by states. Find out what your state’s unemployment rate is and plan your course of action. We are not promising you that you will land a CEO job with a fortune 500 company, but your chances will increase dramatically with some basic and simple steps.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Suit/tie
• "Thank you attitude"
• Dress Business or do not go
• Be positive
• Attention to detail
• Daybook with briefcase

1. 
   how you compose yourself will predict your outcome

   The application
   Try not to fill out the application at the workplace take it home or if you cannot fill it out away from the job site.
   Make sure that the application does not have errors or omissions. List your most important traits that are relevant to the job you are attempting to gain. Do not use your any device such as your BlackBerry or IPods; focus all your energies in this job application.
   Remember people are watching you

2. 
   Always look and act professional……

   The interview
   Beforehand, practice your interview with a close friend, it sounds stupid but acting or “perception” is as significant as reality.
   Former president, Ronald Reagan was a professional and wonderful actor. His acting skills actually changed the world! Recall- “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”
   Dude, make sure you don’t use the word DUDE. Or any word that makes you looks “unprofessional” such as LIKE (out of context), YOU KNOW and especially the word BRO! No terms of endearment – sweetheart, baby, honey, ECT…
   Always look and act professional……

3. 
   Do not make jokes, suggestions, or begin a conversation with other applicants

   The job
   Evaluate yourself and place yourself in the interviewers’ shoes. Do not interrupt the interviewer, and speak when spoken to. Do however, show interest and explain what you can do for the company if you are hired.
   Don't have a college degree? Get one as soon as possible! Depending on your job, make sure you qualify for the position. Don’t waste the interviewer’s time!

Tips & Warnings

• Arrive 1/2 hour or more earlier
• Research the company before you enter the room. Example-known what the company does and who is the CEO
• Wear a suit with tie, if you feel that you do not have to; the guy next to you will get the job.
• get a degree or advance the one you already have. education is the key.
• Stay away from drugs and alcohol
• Always look and act professional……
• Remember people are watching you
• use common sense
• Revamp your resume to suit the job

Resources

• Unemployment Rates for States
• How to Really Find a Job
• How to Really Ace Your Job Interview
• Value of Education

[jswana]

on 11/22/2009 Great work on how to land a job over the other applicants. thanks for sharing. jswana 5*

[jaredsgirl]

on 11/20/2009 Excellent tips for landing a job over the other applicant! Nicely written and very helpful article. 5*

[mechelle003]

on 11/12/2009 excellent article, I let my son read it.

[mechelle003]

on 11/12/2009 excellent article, I let my son read it.

[pbartelssc]

on 11/11/2009 Good subject matter for current times. Job hunting is tough these days since there are so many unemployed.