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3. It can be harder still to compete with others for the perfect job.
Though any job requires you to possess the right qualifications, often
it is the intangibles that will make you shine over other applicants.

4. You must essentially sell yourself. Here is a look at some of the ways
you can increase your chances of getting an interview and also make
yourself stand out when you meet with prospective employers:

5. THINK DIVERSELY

6. For many people,
the skills they learn
in their job are transferable
in a surprisingly good way
to other positions.

7. Just because your last job
was in one field doesn't mean
you have to stay there.

8. Consider which skills might
translate into other areas
and look past your typical
field when searching
for places to apply.

9. WORK WITH PROFESSIONALS

10. Consider making some calls to local
recruiters or headhunters.This is a
great way to get your name out to
other people…

11. …and if you get to know your recruiter,
they often can talk you up before you
get an interview.This may give you an
edge over the rest of the hiring field.

12. DRESS THE PART

13. When you are interviewing, be certain to dress appropriately.You
don't have to overdress, simply wear a nice version of what you
would wear to work.

14. Consider the atmosphere of the place, and if you don't think that
they will be comfortable with things like piercings and tattoos, then
consider covering the tattoos and removing the piercings before
the interview.

15. ASK ABOUTYOUR INTERVIEWER

16. One major thing that will help you to stand out is to ask questions
about the person who is doing the hiring. If you see photos on the
desk or other memorabilia, ask questions about the interviewer's
family or interests.

17. If you are new to the area, ask for recommendations for food or
entertainment.Anything that gets them talking about themselves
will help you to be memorable to your potential employer.

18. DOYOUR HOMEWORK

19. The more you know about the company and the position coming
into the interview, the better chance you have at sounding excited,
knowledgeable and prepared.

20. The best way to show this knowledge is not to spew facts at them,
but instead to come up with thoughtful questions that show
that you've done some research about the company and position
before coming in for the interview.

21. SEND A THANKYOU

22. Follow up the interview with a handwritten thank you.
This is a dying art but it is an important way to distinguish yourself.

23. If it's down to you and one other person, small thoughtful
gestures like this can give you that little extra push that may just
put you on top.

24. ASK ABOUT SIMILAR POSITIONS

25. If you felt like your interview went well but you don't get one job,
you can follow up and ask them if they know of any other
positions available.

26. This also puts one more person who is familiar with your qualifications
on your side, and they may be able to give an informal
recommendation that eventually secures you a different job.

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