Navigating the Hiring Landscape – Jeff Kirchick and Carson Heady
In a competitive job market, understanding the needs of hiring managers and implementing strategic approaches can make all the difference.
Jeff Kirchick, author and VP Sales at allwhere joins Salesman on Fire author and Microsoft leader Carson V. Heady to dive into the current state of hiring, shedding light on the perspectives of both hiring managers and job applicants.
With the job market becoming increasingly competitive, these insights offer valuable guidance on standing out in the hiring process.
Understanding the Hiring Manager’s Perspective
Derisking Decision-Making: Derisk the decision-making process. The challenge for hiring managers involves sifting through numerous applicants to find the ideal candidate.
Relevant Experience: Hiring managers prioritize candidates with relevant experiences that can be applied immediately. This minimizes the learning curve and ensures a smoother onboarding process.
Unique Contributions: Diversity within a team is key. Hiring managers value candidates who bring something unique, complementing the existing team’s skill set.
Strategies for Job Applicants
Building a Personal Brand: The power of personal branding for job applicants is immense. Using mediums like video, podcasts, or a career walking deck helps showcase passions, strengths, and unique skills, standing out in a sea of resumes.
Networking and Sponsorship: Sponsorship is important. Finding people who will stand up and vouch for you as a candidate can make a world of difference. Building relationships with mentors, sponsors, or potential hiring managers significantly derisks the decision for the hiring manager.
Authenticity and Honesty: Be honest and authentic in interviews. Being transparent about personal motivations creates trust, showing genuine interest in the role.
Proactive Steps for Applicants
Informational Interviews: Engage in informational interviews, even when no specific roles are available. This helps get on the radar of potential hiring managers. You can also shadow people who are already doing the job you want to do, so they can sponsor you and you can deeply understand the role.
Skill Development: Taking proactive steps to develop skills and stay informed about the industry positions applicants as valuable assets, ready to contribute from day one.
As the job landscape continues to evolve, adopting these strategies can contribute to long-term career success.
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