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Larry
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Welch, OK
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What is the best approach to getting accepted by employers?
The closer I get to graduating high school, the more nervous I am to get a job. I just want to be able to show employers I want work. Without a job I just get lazier and put my skills to waste. I want to be able to use the skills I gained throughout high school and Tech schools.
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Yoav Traeger
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Kiryat Ono, Tel Aviv District
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Yoav’s Answer
To get noticed, you should focus on turning those tech school projects into a simple portfolio or a clear list of accomplishments on your resume, because showing someone what you've actually built or fixed speaks much louder than just saying you want to work. When you're talking to potential bosses, don't be afraid to be upfront about your enthusiasm and mention specific things you learned in your classes that apply to their business, as that kind of genuine interest really makes a candidate stand out. Since you're worried about getting into a rut, try to treat the job search itself like a nine-to-five task by setting daily goals for reaching out to local shops or companies where you can use your hands-on training. You've spent years building a solid foundation of technical skills, and there is definitely a workplace out there that's going to be lucky to have someone with your drive and talent. You are more prepared than you realize, and I know you're going to make a great impression once you get out there. Good luck.
This was super helpful, thank you!
Larry
William Vvuko
Retired engineer
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Moyo, Northern Region
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William’s Answer
Hi Larry,
I do appreciate your discomfort.
Interest in and love for what you do is important for long-term success. Approaching work with passion, diligence, commitment, perseverance etc. enables us to be at our best.
Suitability for a given job is influenced by what you bring into it. Competence is what employers look for in candidates.
Knowledge provides the foundation for competence. Practical knowledge tends to set us apart though. Every opportunity to do practical work should be fully exploited.
We also need skills to help us put knowledge and other resources at our disposal to good use. Ability to plan, schedule & execute work; collect, analyze & critically evaluate information; work in teams; organize; identify & solve problems; communicate effectively; effectively manage our time all improve our levels of competence.
However, to be fully competent, we need to demonstrate willingnesss to get things done on time in full and to the required standard. To do this, we need to possess relevant personal qualities. Some of these qualities include: passion, commitment, diligence, positive mindset, perseverance, attention to detail, assertiveness, self-drive, empathy, curiosity, willingnesss to take risks, self-control etc. Demonstrating them in our daily routines improves our rate of success at the place of work.
I do appreciate your discomfort.
Interest in and love for what you do is important for long-term success. Approaching work with passion, diligence, commitment, perseverance etc. enables us to be at our best.
Suitability for a given job is influenced by what you bring into it. Competence is what employers look for in candidates.
Knowledge provides the foundation for competence. Practical knowledge tends to set us apart though. Every opportunity to do practical work should be fully exploited.
We also need skills to help us put knowledge and other resources at our disposal to good use. Ability to plan, schedule & execute work; collect, analyze & critically evaluate information; work in teams; organize; identify & solve problems; communicate effectively; effectively manage our time all improve our levels of competence.
However, to be fully competent, we need to demonstrate willingnesss to get things done on time in full and to the required standard. To do this, we need to possess relevant personal qualities. Some of these qualities include: passion, commitment, diligence, positive mindset, perseverance, attention to detail, assertiveness, self-drive, empathy, curiosity, willingnesss to take risks, self-control etc. Demonstrating them in our daily routines improves our rate of success at the place of work.
Hi William, to confirm, it sounds like you are saying that it is helpful to work on your skills and demonstrate those skills the future employers in order to boost your chances of getting hired. Is that correct?
Gurpreet Lally, Admin
That's right. From what I have experienced, young professionals acquire these skills largely at the place of work. Acquiring them upfront saves both time & other resources employers spend post recruitment. They make the young professionals more employable too.
William Vvuko
Matthew Hall
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Monroe, Michigan
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Matthew’s Answer
Getting a job is all about using the right strategies. Make sure your resume has the right keywords to pass through Applicant Tracking Systems. Connect with others to find job opportunities that aren't advertised. Also, get ready for interviews by practicing the STAR method, which stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result. With these steps, you're on your way to success!
Dee Simmons
Interior Design
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Saint Simons Island, Georgia
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Dee’s Answer
Have you spoken to a school counselor to discuss apprenticeships that might be available in your area? Depending on your expertise, you should easily be able to attain this. Even though it may not pay much to begin with, the experience as a necessary tool to move forward in a career.
Make sure you look at all websites that post job opportunities or internship opportunities.
I found it helpful to make a task list and a goals list so that you are focused on what procuring a job will give you as a means to stay focused and excited.
It is very common for highschoolers to become bored and complacent because of burnout. Everyone tests differently and learned differently according to your brain composition. Maybe take some quizzes online to figure out if your left brain or right brain and it will give you advice on how to handle what you’re going through.
For instance, I am ADHD and I had to learn how my brain works differently than other brains. Once I understood myself, it was much easier for me to learn how to focus on the tasks in front of me.
Make sure you look at all websites that post job opportunities or internship opportunities.
I found it helpful to make a task list and a goals list so that you are focused on what procuring a job will give you as a means to stay focused and excited.
It is very common for highschoolers to become bored and complacent because of burnout. Everyone tests differently and learned differently according to your brain composition. Maybe take some quizzes online to figure out if your left brain or right brain and it will give you advice on how to handle what you’re going through.
For instance, I am ADHD and I had to learn how my brain works differently than other brains. Once I understood myself, it was much easier for me to learn how to focus on the tasks in front of me.
How do I understand myself? What do I do to understand the differences between the way my brain works compared to others?
Larry
Arbaz Shaikh
Software Engineer
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Arbaz’s Answer
1. Use the STAR Method: Get ready for questions about your past experiences by organizing your answers with Situation, Task, Action, and Result.
2. Create a Great Online Profile: Make sure your LinkedIn page is current, looks professional, and shows off the personal brand you want employers to notice.
3. Tailor Your Resume for ATS: Adjust your resume for each job by using keywords and skills from the job ad to help you get through automated systems.
2. Create a Great Online Profile: Make sure your LinkedIn page is current, looks professional, and shows off the personal brand you want employers to notice.
3. Tailor Your Resume for ATS: Adjust your resume for each job by using keywords and skills from the job ad to help you get through automated systems.