Tag: Recruiters

Recruitthebest Daily Digest- Asking For What You Want

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘Hiring managers expect you to negotiate. Done respectfully, it can both increase your earnings and enhance your relationship.’

‘Even if presented with a good offer, sleep on it. Chances are there is something extra- a sign-on bonus, additional vacation time, flextime- that will benefit you.’

‘There are many perks that put money into your pocket at the end of the month in addition to base salary. Understand which are meaningful to you.’

‘As a Switcher, you may need to take a hit on compensation; however, don’t let that one factor override all the positive gains that come with the career change. Money is the only one piece of the larger career-switch puzzle.’

‘Choosing between two solid offers can be difficult. Consider multiple factors such as your direct boss, longer-term opportunities, and company culture when deciding.’

‘Failure is a learning opportunity that is par for the career-switch course! Get up, dust off, and keep on moving forward.’

‘Branding and networking are ongoing activities for professionals. Career management isn’t an occassional event. Find ways to micro-network and make brand deposits to strengthen your reputation in the market.’

‘Take time to slow down and evaluate how your actions are influencing your career goals. There may be things you can start or stop doing that will have a major impact on your success.’

‘Don’t forget how you got where you are. Keep your eyes open for chances to help others attain career success. None of us are successful without the support of others.’

‘Focus on the value you bring to the job rather than the experience you don’t have (yet!).’

‘Clarity comes through action!’

Source:

Dawn Graham (2018). Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success

Recruitthebest Daily Digest- What About Networking?

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘The most interesting and sought-after jobs are scooped up quickly through referrals and rarely make it to the big job boards. Networking is your best entree into a company if you want to find the good roles and reduce your competition.’

‘A hirer will spend about six seconds reviewing your resume before making an initial decision. Ensure you end up in the ‘yes’ pile by creating a results-based, well-formatted resume that makes it easy for the reader to quickly discern your relevant strengths.’

‘Include a cover letter. This will set you apart from the pack and is another opportunity to reiterate your relevant strengths, career story, and value.’

‘Social media isn’t optional. Make sure your brand comes through clearly in your online presence, and remove irrelevant or inappropriate content.’

‘Few things in life are truly ‘have to’s.’ When you choose to do something, it is a lot more empowering.’

‘You’ve likely been networking all your life. Recall the people you know and the relationship skills you’ve gained. Networking is networking, whether you’re looking for a job or an authentic Italian restaurant.’

‘You need to network to make a career switch. Stop making excuses, and put energy and time into building mutually beneficial relationships.’

‘Second- (and third-) level connections are where the action is! Most people in your immediate circle have the same imformation you do, so the goal is to get their network, because that is where your next opportunity lies.’

‘Introversion is not a flaw, and it certainly doesn’t make you bad at networking. Find strategies that are comfortable, engage your strengths, and build relationships.’

‘Use your 24 hours each day wisely and don’t waste large chunks of time on 15-minute tasks.’

‘Networking is a long-term strategy of building relationships.’

Source:

Dawn Graham (2018). Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success.