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YOU ARE PROBABLY GOING ABOUT JOB APPLYING ALL WRONG!
 
You might not know a ton about me... but I know a ton about hiring. 
 
Over the last 20 years, I have pretty much been eating & drinking hiring.
 
I built a company (ApplicantPro) that helps over 10,000 companies with their hiring processes. This means that I've got an insider's view into the process of how they are going about it... and how you can better navigate it.
 
and this is my biggest job seeker takeaway from the last 20 years...
 
Most people are going about it the wrong way.
 
THAT'S WHY I CREATE THESE COURSES AT REFER.IO
 
So my goal is to be your coach, your guide, your secret weapon when it comes to getting a job.
 
I've broken this course down into 5 main steps.
 
#1 Do you understand what's going on with getting a job?
#2 Do you have the right strategy?
#3 Are you applying in a way that will get you noticed?
#4 Are you prepared to crush the Interview?
#5 Are you following up to close the deal?
 
So... buckle up and let's jump right in.
 
HERE IS A QUICK RUNDOWN OF WHAT THIS COURSE WILL COVER:
 
This first article gives you a quick rundown of some of the things that are covered!
 
"Unlocking the Job Market: A 10-Day Blueprint to Finding Your Dream Job"
 
Providing you with a blueprint to help you find your dream job. We'll be introducing a new way of thinking about the job search process and providing you with tips and tricks to navigate the job market.  CLICK HERE TO KEEP READING…
 
"Swipe Right on Your Dream Job: How Dating Can Help You Get Hired"
 
Exploring the analogy of dating to the job search process, including how finding the right job is similar to dating and how referrals can be powerful in the job search process. We'll also provide you with tips on how to identify where you want to end up in terms of business area, industry, size of company, and job role.
 
"Navigating Job Boards: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly"
 
Discussing the pros and cons of job boards, how to use popular job search platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor to find job opportunities, and how to research potential employers.  Tips on how to search for jobs and how to apply to jobs on these platforms and why it's important not to rely solely on job boards and the importance of finding a job but not applying to it.
 
"Creating a Standout Profile: A Key to Unlocking Your Dream Job"
 
Taking a step back and assessing where you are now in terms of your job search. We'll be providing you with a worksheet to identify Your style, substance, and systems and tips on how to align your skills and experience with your desired job. We'll also be giving you an understanding of how to create an effective profile that stands out to employers.
 
"Making Connections: The Power of Referrals in the Job Search Process"
 
The importance of networking in the job search process, including tips on how to identify people in your network who are currently doing the job you want, have done the job in the past, or are connected to someone who is or has done the job. 
 
"Speed Dating for Jobs: The Power Steps to Unlocking Your Dream Job"
 
Introducing our power steps to unlocking your dream job, including creating an effective profile, increasing your proximity to potential employers, plugging in to the right groups and networks, and persist in your job search. 
 
"Creating an Eye-catching Profile: The Key to Unlocking Your Online Presence"
 
Diving deeper into the power step of creating an effective profile… including tips on how to create an eye-catching profile that stands out to employers and how to use your online presence to your advantage.
 
"Increasing Your Visibility: The Key to Unlocking Opportunities"
 
Discussing the power step of increasing your proximity to potential employers including tips on how to increase your visibility and how to make the most of your networking opportunities. 
 
"Swiping Right on the Right Connections: Unlocking the Job of Your Dreams"
 
Tips on how to identify the right groups and networks and how to engage with them effectively. 
 
"Persist and Progress: The Key to Unlocking Job Success"
 
Tips on how to stay motivated and focused, how to handle rejections, and how to make the most of every opportunity. 
 
"Ace the Interview: The Key to Securing Your Dream Job"
 
Tips on how to prepare for an interview, how to answer common interview questions, and how to make a great impression.
 
"The Art of Follow-up: Unlocking the Job of Your Dreams"
 
Tips on how to follow up with potential employers, how to craft a personalized follow-up message, and how to use follow-up as an opportunity to build a relationship with the company. 

Applying

If you are going to secure your dream job, you need to be on a company’s radar. 

Instead of wasting hours of your life applying online, let me show you effective ways to optimize your resume and make sure it gets seen by the people who matter (the ones who actually make the hiring decisions).

Improving your approach to applying will lead to more interviews and getting better job offers at companies you want to work for!

Applying like a Genius Job Hunter

By understanding your strengths and weaknesses, you can tailor your job search to focus on the positions and companies that are a good fit for you.
 
Step 1: Style: How do you show up on paper (resume, application, LinkedIn)?
 
  *  Problem: You're not sure how to present yourself on paper
  *  Framework: Reflecting on your resume, application, and LinkedIn profile to understand how you show up on paper
  *  Explanation: Your resume, application, and LinkedIn profile are often the first things that an employer will see, so it's important to make sure they are a good representation of you. Reflect on the format, language, and design of your documents, and consider whether they are effectively highlighting your skills and experiences.
  *  Questions to help dig deeper: How does your resume, application, and LinkedIn profile compare to those of other candidates in your industry? What can you do to make them stand out?

 
Step 2: Substance: What do you know how to do?
 
  *  Problem: You're not sure what skills and experiences you have to offer
  *  Framework: Reflecting on your skills and experiences to understand what you can bring to the table
  *  Explanation: Reflect on your past experiences and accomplishments, and consider what skills you have developed as a result. Consider what you excel at and what you enjoy doing, and think about how those skills and experiences can be applied to the job you're applying for.
  *  Questions to help dig deeper: What are your top three skills? What accomplishments are you most proud of? How can you leverage your skills and experiences to stand out in your job search?

 
Step 3: Systems: What tools & software do you know how to use?
 
  *  Problem: You're not sure what tools and software you're proficient in
  *  Framework: Reflecting on the tools and software you know how to use
  *  Explanation: Many jobs require the use of specific tools and software. Reflect on what you know how to use and what you're proficient in. This will help you identify jobs that are a good fit for you and tailor your application to show that you have the necessary skills.
  *  Questions to help dig deeper: What are the top three tools and software you know how to use? How can you show that you're proficient in them?

 
In conclusion, by reflecting on your skills and conducting a self-assessment, you can tailor your job search to focus on the positions and companies that are a good fit for you.
 
Remember to reflect on your style, substance, and systems, and to take the time to understand your strengths and weaknesses.

By understanding your strengths and weaknesses, you can tailor your job search to focus on the positions and companies that are a good fit for you.

Reflecting on Your Skills & Qualifications

Ryan Kay

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