I was reading this generally spot-on column about recent college grads and why they won't get hired as quickly as they believe they should. Too much hubris and not enough humility, to much entitlement and not enough initiative is Mr. G.'s message.
Let me add a couple of other traits and tips for those truly seeking a job.
-Don't call the business and ask whomever answers the phone, "are you hiring ?"
-If stopping in cold where there is no apparent opening (that's the best time to make an impression that can lead to a hire), not only look good, but introduce yourself in a way I might feel I would want to spend money on you.
-Understand I am looking for someone who will show up and work in a manner that is in my best interest. If you think 11AM is the crack of dawn or that giving stuff away is anything less than stealing, please don't waste our time.
In the last year, I have gone through successful hiring drills for two important City positions as well. While the positions are more complicated and the candidates more polished on average, it's all the same in the end.
Employers want people who show up, have integrity and will make their jobs easier. Do that and the boss will feel good about paying you and that's the best job security of all.
Watertown Daily Times | To the grads of 2012: Nobody wants to hire you
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