Thursday, February 19, 2009

The little things that matter


They say it the little things that matter...and I believe it.
If you can not take care of the small things, how can an organization allow you to take charge of their bigger things?
In your job search process kindly make sure that you have taken care of the little things such as:
1. Spelling mistakes on your CV
2. Providing the right contact information
3. Removing anything negative that can affect your chances of being called for an interview
4. If you have been called in for an interview...do your research and find out what the organization is about and who the leaders are
5. Dress properly...do not allow your attire overshadow all your achievements. First impressions are very important
6. Grooming and hygiene...brush your teach and use mouthwash, shave that beard, nails should be trimmed, take a shower, and do not overdo it on the perfume or cologne
7. Arrive on time for the interview
8. Turn your phone off!!!!!!!!!!!
9. Make sure you have two more copies of your CV
10. Rehearse responses to the most common questions...do not memorize answers but have a clear indication of what you want to say
11. Relax during the interview...you are not infront of the judge...the worst that the person interviewing you can do is not offer you the job.
12. Have some intelligent questions to ask the interviewer
13. Thank the interviewer for taking the time to interview you

If you do these simple 13 things, your probability of getting the position will have shot up by 50-80%.
If you want the job, you have to work for it....the least you can do is get prepared!

I wish you luck and if you need assistance do not hesitate to ask for it.

Hoseah Njuguna
empowerkenya@gmail.com
0734 609 741

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