5 Steps to Land Your Dream Job

Let’s get real, if ALL you’re doing is applying online, you’re wasting your time. With most jobs getting hundreds of applicants, you need to stand out. And standing out starts WELL BEFORE you submit your application online.

Ask yourself these questions:

1. Have you built your brand? Yes, you are a brand! I encourage you to act like one especially during your job search. Things to consider: Have you gotten really good at telling your own story? (You’ll need this in your 1st round interview.) Do you have an amazing resume? Is your LinkedIn profile top-notch?

2. Does your network know you’re looking for a new job? Are you asking for introductions and recommendations to companies that interest you? Or are you flying solo? I guarantee you the people getting hired have help in the form of introductions and recommendations either from someone inside the company or from someone outside the company who is influential.

3. Do you have a set of documents that represent you beyond just your resume? Your resume is one tool but there’s so much more you can create as part of your portfolio to stand out. Two of my favorite tools are a Suitability Map and a 30-60-90 Day Plan.

There’s so much to do before you even apply online. These tips are just the beginning. Learn the full process in detail in my top-rated book, Made To Hire: How to Get the Job You Really Want, or in my online career course, How to Get the Job You Want.