7. Don't Just Apply
Ensure that the position you apply for is one
that you want
Remember:
You'll be spending
1/3 of your life at work
8. ReSearch the Company
Find out who you will be working for/with
The culture
Key personnel
Sources: company’s recent news,
blog posts, product launches, plans
18. Use the Web / Social Media
http://mashable.com/2011/06/16/creative-resume-designs/
19. Interview: Ask Great Questions
About the company
About the role
The most important thing you must do in every interview is to ask great
questions.
http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130606153931-15077789-the-1-thing-you-
must-do-in-every-job-interview
20. Example Questions To Ask
1) Who would make the ideal candidate for this position?
2) How will the work I’ll be doing contribute to the organization’s mission?
3) What were the best things about the last person who held this position?
4) What are three ways I can contribute to the company beyond the job description?
5) How can I best contribute to the department’s goals?
6) How do you see me best contributing to the corporate culture and morale?
7) What do you see as the biggest challenges of working here and how can I overcome those
challenges?
8) What is your vision for where the company or department will be in one year? In 3-5 years?
9) How can I best help you and the team succeed?