3 Reasons You are Not Getting Hired

Many job seekers grudgingly continue their employment search each day and wonder why they are not getting hired. Before you allow yourself to plunge into depression over your employment search, consider a few reasons why you are not landing a job.

Your Resume is Lacking Somewhere

A major reason why some job seekers are not getting hired is because their resumes are ineffective. It is important to get a second opinion on your resume because you could be overlooking some areas of weakness. Ask a trusted friend or other business professional to review your resume for clarity, for organization and to check for overlooked errors. After reading the job description, optimize your resume with keywords that are relevant to the job, and you should stand out to applicant tracking systems.You should tailor a resume for each position you apply for to improve your chances. Add reliable, quality references to your resume who can be contacted during a typical business day, and their positive comments can establish you quickly in the eyes of the employer. Consider hiring a professional resume writing service if you want help creating the perfect resume.

You Do Not Interview Well

There are many people who have an excellent resume that get them in the door, but they quickly fall from the hiring manager’s radar after the interview. If you often land interviews but are not getting hired, it is possible that you interview poorly. Rehearse for your interview with a trustworthy individual, and record yourself in action answering questions during the mock interview process to see where you can improve your performance. It is crucial to sell the skills, talents and knowledge you can bring to the position during an interview so that the hiring manager can perceive you at work in the position you are applying for. Although every one of your skills or talents may be meaningful to you, aim to share mainly information relevant to the position at hand.

You Do Not Speak Up

Too many hopeful job seekers are not getting hired because they fail to speak up. After the interview, it is important to follow up with the hiring manager to show you are really interested. A single hiring manager may see hundreds of resumes and perform a few dozen interviews each week, and passive candidates are not getting hired or noticed in the crowd. The job seekers who snag the job do not wait for prospective employers to contact them first. Wait no more than 48 hours after the interview to follow up, and the hiring manager is more likely to remember you. Be sure to send a letter of thanks, even if you don't get the job. Your professionalism may even place you at the top of the list when a new position opens with the company.

By creating an excellent resume, performing well during the interview and following up with hiring managers, you can make a great impression that stands out to employers. Remember to remain positive and persevere even if you have a past history of not getting hired, and you can achieve employment.

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