Employers are looking for specific attributes in candidates that can be difficult to fulfil without preparation.
The skills market goes in cycles. With trends like the tech industry downsizing overseas, we see more caution locally—particularly considering recession warnings—so there will be many people out looking for jobs. The local job market is likely to be tougher moving forward.
Job seekers will be challenged, especially those with more experience, because they may take for granted that they know everything instead of recognising the need to keep up with changes in the job market.
Rejection by a prospective employer can result in confusion, frustration, and doubt, all of which can put you at a disadvantage for future applications.
People, particularly older job seekers who have been in a safe job for years, believe they will find work quickly because of their experience. They don’t prepare, don’t get the role, and then struggle to figure out a way forward.
They may feel at a crossroads, but the truth is that their CVs probably don’t reflect their talent and value very well, and they may have no idea how to position themselves to stand out in the market.
Here’s what you need to do to get that job you want: