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Employers Want “Turnkey” Employees

With the damaged economy due to Covid-19—among other things—it is even more important to find the perfect employee. It is too expensive not to. Interviewing and training take time which equates to money that could be spent elsewhere. And, if the newly employed is the wrong fit, more cash is spent in the firing process.

Communication Skills = Great Impressions

Today, it is even more important to “show them that you are serious!” Show employers that you are the employee they have been waiting for. So, build those communications skills and vocabulary for the interview.

Our communication skills are probably the most important skill of any in our relationships, which becomes obvious in the interview. Research the current “buzz” words for the specific career field and be able to use them effectively. Perhaps use some of your new free time to try your hand at crossword puzzles to add to your cadre of vocabulary.

Dress For Success

Always dress as if you have the job you want and do your homework before arriving for the interview. Learn what the dress code is for the job you want in the business of each interview. Each business and each trade have its own dress code and culture. Ask the human resource department, security people, and other employees about appropriate attire. Aim slightly higher, though, and show them that you are serious by choosing an expect of a higher dress code when interviewing. For example, if “Business Casual” is expected, which could be slacks and a polo shirt, add a jacket.

Visit the organization’s website, Glassdoor.com, Vault.com, and Google/Bing to find out as much information you can about them. Learn their mission statement and their focus before you arrive for your interview. Hone your “elevator speech” to suit this particular company. Of course, you won’t get the interview unless you know how to network.

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