When an employer looks at the different candidates, they will be comparing from the tens to hundreds of resumes that the hiring manager receives for the position. Therefore, understanding what an employer looks for in their candidates will help to make your resume stand out from the others and give you the chance to present yourself at an interview for the job. Below are some of the things an employer looks for in their candidates.
Understanding of the Employer
Do you know what the employer does? Do you know the industry the employer is in? An employer would like to see if a candidate has taken their time to understand who the employer is and have made some consideration in applying for the position.
A candidate who doesn’t know or understand what an employer does will leave the employer with an impression that the candidate is not serious in applying for the job with the employer. Today, many companies have an online profile and presence that will allow you to know more about a company. By spending some time understanding and knowing your employer, you can save yourself and the employer time by knowing if you truly want the job or not.
Attitude
Not all candidates will have exactly all the skills and qualifications that the employer look for but many employers will consider a candidate depending on the candidate’s attitude. Work changes are happening more rapidly than ever before therefore employers often want an employee who has the right attitude to adapt to the changing industry.
If you don’t have all the qualifications or skills an employer look for, then show your employer how you can overcome those shortfalls with your attitude and willingness to learn and adapt.
Qualifications and Skills
Having most of the qualifications and skills needed for the job is important. An employer reviewing your application will look to see if you have the qualifications and skills to do the work the employers look for.
Before applying, take the time to read through what qualifications and skills and employer is looking for. Then consider whether you have those qualifications and skills to do the job from your own background, experiences and education. The employers will want to see candidates that can show them they have the qualifications and skills to do the work.
Right Fit
The term fit has often been used to describe the subjective factors of how the interviewing employers feel you will “fit” into their work culture. All employers want to hire a candidate they feel they can work with and that will get along well with the team.
Understanding and knowing an employer’s work culture is important when applying for work. If the employer has a laid back culture and you attend their meeting in a full suit, chances are you will not be hired. Before going for your interview, and even when preparing your application, consider what the employer’s culture is and how they will perceive you and your application.
Understanding what employers look for in a candidate will help you to get notice and land the job that you want. Consider our tip for your next job application or interview.
