What the job can do for YOU or what YOU can do for the job?

Often when people apply for jobs, they concentrate more on what the jobs can DO for THEM, rather than on what they can do for the job. It's an incredibly easy mistake to make, but one that will most likely cost you the position.

Realize that the prospective employer is looking for someone because the company or organization has a specific role they need filled, and they are seeking the best candidate for that position. While companies love loyal employees they are not hiring you and paying you just so that you can have an opportunity to learn and grow. They are hiring you to be a part of their team and help their company grow, expand, and be profitable.

That means your resume includes a summary of who you are, professionally, rather than an objective of what you are looking for.

Your resume is targeted to the specific job. Yes, every time you apply for a job!

You do your homework, research the company and write a fantastic, relevant cover letter.

During the interview, your answers are stories and examples, not one word answers.

When you "connect the dots" for the Hiring Manager and they can clearly see you as being beneficial to their team; that's when you are offered the job.