Know, like, and trust

In a sea of competing job seekers applying for the same roles, hiring managers will always choose to onboard the job candidate that they know, like, and trust.

But what exactly does that mean?

Know: 

Your hiring manager has a clear understanding of who you are as a professional. They can easily picture you performing your day-to-day activities within your previous companies. 

Like:

Your hiring manager appreciates your past work accomplishments, and they can expect that you’ll bring the same results to their company. They also like your personality, candor, and energy. 

Trust:

Your hiring manager believes that you will perform the job duties of the position well. They see you as a reliable, predictable, and stable professional.

If you find yourself staring at your resume, unsure if you’re meeting the bar, ask yourself this question:

“Based on everything I’ve put into this document, would the hiring manager feel comfortable coming to me if they needed knowledge or help with a problem related to the job I’m applying for?” 

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