Labor Market

As a job seeker it is important to identify a support system of coaches, mentors, recruiters, job clubs and industry professionals willing to advise and advocate for you. Work on building positive relationships that support your job search efforts.

Most businesses use social media to assess candidates before a face to face interview. It is now standard practice for job seekers to cultivate and market their professional brand online with sites like LinkedIn.com. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, millennials are now the largest generation in the workforce. They will be your new colleagues, hiring managers and decision makers. In order to connect with them you must adapt to current technology and leverage social media.

Deliver responses for any question with confidence by knowing your brand, demonstrating a great attitude through non-verbal cues and be prepared to give specific examples of your past accomplishments. Be ready for behavioral interviewing, where employers are looking for specifics on past actions or accomplishments. Beware showing signs of desperation or anxiety. It’s okay to feel it; it’s not okay to display it with statements such as I’m willing to do anything!”