Job hunting tips

THe season where thousands of young men and women, hardly having sighed full relief from school work, take off for an expedition of hunting for that elusive job opportunity. Surely, there is a lot of truth in the news of scarcity in this department, but there are still good ones up for the picking for the lucky ones. In many instances, however, those who turn out to be more lucky are those who go about the hunt, doing the right things, the right way.



It would be foolish and futile for one to expect to be successful, or atleast be lucky, if one starts to go about hunting, without laying down the preparations and groundwork necessary for such. Gearing up for this entails multifarious readiness in various aspects. Based on many practical examples of how fruitful, gainful hunts have come about in the past, it may be useful for the hunters to check out some tips, reminders which they may find useful.

KNOW YOUR CAPABILITIES AND LIMINATIONS. A thorough check of one’s strengths and weaknesses may prove to be the most important step in the entire process. It’s like checking through not only tools and gadgets one has during a hunt, but also a overall physical, emotional, and mental/psychological condition of the hunter. Even before going out and starting to seek for that golden catch, be sure you conduct a thorough and introspective inspection of your self. This way you come to a clear realization of what you are and what are you are not, what you and what you don’t. With, this information, a clear idea on what to use more and how can it be used effectively becomes very handy. It keeps you from getting into anything that puts you in jeopardy or makes you bite off more than you could chew. This assessment guides you in writing a good comprehensive and “objectively truthful” resume; prevent you from “overselling” yourself during the interview and rightfully matches one to the right job, most fit for one’s qualifications and even personality.

COME WELL-EQUIPPED. After going through strengths and weaknesses, assets and liabilities, one is then ready to proceed with the proper caution on one hand and the right amount of the confidence on the other. Reviewing and bring in to the company is a definite solid ground to stand on. The lure or feeling a need to bluff, exaggerate or even make-up stories become irrelevant. Be sure to have an extra copy of your resume on hand. Documents, certificates, or samples of your past work or some proofs of accomplishment can really come in handy. More than having to flash it voluntarily, they are more useful as tangible reminders of what stuff you are really made of. Although, when asked, why not. Stick to the more important and relevant one’s. Avoid carrying excess luggage. Be ready to present them without being too eager. On the other hand, preparing how to handle question that may delve on one’s weaknesses or not-so-good points may be a very crucial preparation as well. The method by which this are not denied but come across as not being too bad to warrant elaboration is more than half the battle won. Again, coming prepared and equipped for such eventually such pretty big points. Your real major equipment here is information, about yourself. The worst surprise you can have when hunting for job, is something about yourself, when you yourself, realize something you were not even aware of beforehand.

BE ALERT. Interviewers seem to get a real major kick out of springing up the most unexpected questions. They appear to get thrilled when they sense they’ve masterfully and successful put you in panic, groping desperately for the right answer to give. Looking at them, it is not difficult to imagine those predators having comered their prey and snickering, while salivating at their shivering and helpless sure dinner. Again, the best weapon for this is preparedness. When an applicant has a full grasp of the information pertinent to the job being applied for relative to himself, then it is a matter of pulling out the right one out of the artillery bag at the right situation. The other equally component here though, which is equally if not even mare important is presence of mind and composure. Be in control at all times. At least of the situation, if not the other party.

HAVE FUN. The whole idea of going out hunting cannot be all about just catching the hunted for food and survival. The most successful hunts are embarked on with game in mind. While job hunting can be as serious as anything can be, being relaxed and making it a fun-filled experience make it a more delightful experience, whatever the outcomes. If for some reason, it doesn’t work out, it is easier to take it as a good learning experience from which to learn in preparation for the next try. However, having fun and relaxing can never ever be overdone. Just have enough of it drive out tension and stress and keep a clear and open mind and disposition.

DRESS FOR THE OCCASION. Can you imagine a hunter in the middle of the jungle, wearing a suit and tie? Trunks or swimsuit? When you come to present yourself in an interview or even when you simply come to submit your application in person, be sure you’re dressed appropriately. Not overdressed but not underdressed either. Easier said than done? Sure. But not really if you have adequate prior information of what the job are applying to really entails. Then this should guide you towards what would be just right. The manner and degree of dressing up should be based on what would be best and most fit for the job being applied for. Typically, a notch or two higher than usual daily attire to the job will be all right. This means that a short sleeved polo shirt when applying for factory worker’s job, where T-shirt is the daily norm, would be ideal. A barong or shirt and tie would be all right if the job usually calls for a casual short sleeved shirt. Same applies for female hunters. Avoid anything too fancy or heavy. A few accessories would be acceptable. Having too much items hanging on just might attract those you do not really wish to, like those wild savage beast that are just ready to rip your chances of getting the job, apart at the slightest provocation.

KEEP THINGS BALANCED. After all has been said, the key to almost anything is balance or moderation, definition of which can be even more elusive than the job you’re hunting for. It is important that on be is able to strike the right balance between confidence and overconfidence, which exudes arrogance; between aggressiveness and timidity; between overdressed and underdressed; between projecting yourself as overqualified and under qualified. Taking stock of all that matters in the hunting journey and packing them well and using them property is the first order of the day before boarding or starting off with the hike. Remember, oftentimes it is proven true that “it’s not what you’ve got, it how you see it”! HAPPY HUNTING!