6 Ways to Get Hired by Your Dream Company as a Fresh
Graduate
You're
a fresh graduate, with your whole career ahead of you. You're excited to start
your new life as an adult, get a job at a company that interests you and make
some money. But how do you actually go about doing that?
The
truth is, it's not always easy to get hired by the company you want to work
for—especially if they receive hundreds of applications every year from people
with years more experience than you have. Still, there are some steps you can
take that will increase your chances:
Do some research on
your dream company
All companies have a mission and vision
statement, but not all of them share it publicly. If you can find out what the
company's core values are and how they differ from your own, great! You can
compare how well you match up with their culture, which is important because if
they don't mesh well together then there will be problems down the road.
You should also look into what their
strengths and weaknesses are as an organization, otherwise known as SWOT
analysis (Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats). You may be able to find
this information either on their website or somewhere online where people
discuss the company in general.
You'll want to know what competitors they
have so that you know who else is out there trying to get fresh graduates like
yourself hired by them too! This way if any other companies offer better
benefits than yours does then maybe consider applying for those instead? Just
kidding—this isn't just about getting hired anywhere really fast; this is about
finding something fulfilling for your career path overall so try not forget
that part!!
To increase your chances of landing an
interview with the company of your dreams, here are three tips to help you
research them first:
1. Check their website. This is an obvious
one, but it's important! The first step in researching any company is going
online and seeing what they have posted about themselves. Is there a blog? Do
they have an annual report? A press kit? Anything like that will give you
valuable information about how things work at this company, which can help you
determine if it's somewhere you would want to work or not.
2. Talk to people who work there or used to
work there. If possible, talk with people who work at the company already
(maybe even someone from HR) or someone who used to work there but has since
left (in other words, someone who worked there long enough that he or she got
some insight into what working conditions are like at the company). If you
can't get access to anyone who works there, then talk to someone who has worked
in a similar industry or position. This will give you a better idea of what the
company is like and whether it's somewhere you want to work.
3. Go online. If there isn't much information
about the company available offline, then try searching for it online. Look for
reviews on sites like Glassdoor and Indeed (though these are not always
accurate) as well as LinkedIn profiles of people who work there
Think about what
makes you unique
You’re unique, and you should be proud of
that.
When you're applying to a job, it's important
to let your potential employer know why they should choose you over the other
candidates.
One way to do this is by highlighting the
qualities that make you especially well-suited for the position. For example,
if you have experience working on a team and appreciate the importance of
collaboration, then mention that in your cover letter or resume. If you're
passionate about learning new skills and developing your career, then highlight
those traits as well.
You don't need to be an expert in
everything—just show them what makes you special!
When you’re applying for a job, it’s
important that you stand out from the other candidates. Your resume should
highlight your strengths, weaknesses and interests. Make sure to include these
on your résumé or cover letter so that recruiters can get a sense of who you
are as a person—and how they can help make your dream job come true!
Work on your soft
skills
In addition to technical skills,
employers look for candidates with strong soft skills. Soft skills include the
ability to work well in a team, communicate effectively and show initiative.
These are all qualities that you can improve as you gain experience working in
your field of study or through volunteering.
Show initiative by taking on projects that
interest you. If there's no room for growth at your current job, take charge of
a project that interests you on the side. Propose the idea to your boss and ask
if he can support it financially or logistically. If he says yes, dedicate time
every day or week toward completing this project until it's finished—and then
share it with him so he can see how much effort went into it!
Work well with others by being communicative
and respectful toward everyone on the team—not just those who are above or
below you in rank (but especially those). If someone asks for help with
something outside of his/her job description, offer up any information needed
without being asked twice—and don't be afraid of asking questions as well!
Communicate effectively by practicing active
listening: shutting up long enough for others' thoughts to be heard before
responding yourself; making sure not everyone has had their say before adding
anything; paraphrasing back what they said in different words so they know
their message was received clearly; asking questions when appropriate instead
of assuming everything is understood already; etcetera…
Create a great
resume, without experience.
A resume is a document that summarizes your
qualifications and experience. It's the first thing recruiters see when they
review your profile, so it's important to make sure it makes the best
impression possible.
You should use your resume to highlight key
skills you possess and explain how these skills are relevant to the job you're
applying for. The best way to do this is by using an effective resume template
as a starting point for writing your own resume. Be sure not just to include
work experience; also include volunteer work, community service projects and
more!
With the right attitude and some hard
work, you can create a great resume even if you don't have any experience. Here
are 6 ways to get hired by your dream company as a fresh graduate.
1. Don't be afraid to put down your
weaknesses. Companies want to know what you can do, not what you can't do—so
don't be afraid to list things that aren't your strong suit. You can always
explain that part of your job will be improving in those areas and say how much
you want to improve them!
2. Include references from anyone who has
seen or worked with you in the past. Your references will vouch for the skills
and abilities you have listed on your resume, and they will also give potential
employers an idea of what kind of person they are hiring when it comes time for
interviews!
3. Make sure all of your contact information
is up-to-date and easy to find in case a hiring manager needs it quickly (like
if they call someone in HR while they're still making their decision).
Apply and follow-up
appropriately
After you've submitted your application, you
should follow up appropriately. The goal here is to make yourself memorable and
set yourself apart from other candidates who are equally qualified.
If a company has a job posting on their
website, send an email thanking them for considering you for the position and
letting them know how excited you are about it. This shows that even though
there may be hundreds (or thousands) of applicants, they still stand out in
your mind as special enough to deserve a personal response.
After interviews: Ask if they have any
feedback on why they decided not to move forward with your candidacy—it's
always better to know what went wrong than wonder forever why things didn't
work out! Also be sure to ask how much time will pass before they can provide
an answer; if it's too long, follow up again after a week or two with another
email asking for an update on where things stand and when there might be news
about whether or not someone else got hired instead."
Stand out during the
interview
Once your resume has been accepted, it's time
for the interview. This is where you will get your opportunity to meet with a
hiring manager in person and prove that you are the perfect fit for their
company.
Be prepared: Before heading into an
interview, do some research on the company so that you can demonstrate that
your interest in working there goes beyond just getting hired. Asking questions
about key issues such as benefits packages or corporate culture demonstrates
that not only do you want this job but also show how much thought was put into
researching what makes them special.
Dress professionally: A suit may not be
necessary every day (or even most days), but when it comes down to interviewing
with a potential employer it's important that those who make up their minds
about whether or not they want someone on board see them dressed appropriately
and looking ready to work hard at whatever task might be thrown their way;
meaning any outfit should be conservative enough so as not distract them from
seeing what kind of employee candidate would make sense instead of focusing
solely on appearances—especially since dressing professionally doesn't mean
being boring either!
Takeaway: You can get
hired by your dream company!
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You can get hired
by your dream company!
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You just need to
know what to do, and how to do it.
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It's not easy,
but you can stand out if you're willing to put in the work and effort.
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Follow up after
an interview even if they don't contact you right away, because they will
eventually--and when they do, this shows that you are still interested in
working for them regardless of other opportunities that may be available at the
time (which means they will most likely hire more than one applicant).
We can’t tell you how many times we have heard someone
say “I wish I could work for my dream company, but I don’t have any
experience.” This is a common misconception, especially in today's job market
where getting hired with little or no experience is becoming more and more
common. If you have the drive and passion to do something great then there is
no reason why it shouldn't happen!