Tuesday, February 3, 2015

By Ines Flores


There is increase of job seekers across the globe. This has raised competition in various fields. The employers are spoiled for choice because candidates from all over the globe are applying for an advertised job. This is mostly the case for global companies. This makes job search for veterans very challenging. The veteran has to go a long way to convince the recruiter why he should hire him and not any other graduate who has attained the required qualifications.

It is normal for veterans to feel like they are in a completely different world. However, with time they get over this challenge and begin to look for a way to get the appropriate career. The employer may not understand how gained military experience will contribute to achievement of organizational skills. It is up to you to be confident and convince him that you really are willing to carry out the assigned task with all diligence that is required.

In most cases, you will be required to undertake specific short courses that will give you an introduction to the specific area of interest. The professional jobs cannot be done adequately if you do not have its basic knowledge. You must commit yourself to learn and understand the fundamental issues involved.

You need the following tips on how to position yourself to meet the employer of your choice. The first thing to do is to visit the websites of those companies you have long desired to serve. Go through their mission and vision. Learn about the company and see if it matches with the expectations which you had.

There is no reason as to why you should not get a job unless you give up on yourself. Employers are always advertising for jobs. The only thing that will make you unique from the other applicants is the way you do your application. You need to get guidance on how to write a professional and appealing resume.

The fact that you have been in the military may cause the recruiter to give your application special attention. Even when you have not met the qualifications, he might be interested in meeting you and hearing why you feel you can do the job that was advertised. Use this opportunity to sell your skills and competence. Try as much as you can to impress the recruiter. Who knows, they may take you in and it will be a good start in your new career as a civilian.

Keep applying and never give up even when you are not getting suitable feedback. You never know that your resume will be read by the employer you desire to work for. After all, giving up is never a solution to the challenge. You must be positive and have faith and you will finally succeed.

It is also advisable to talk to the people who are in a position to help you. When you have time, you can visit offices and drop your resume there. You may be lucky to find that they urgently needed to fill a position which you are interested in. In this case, they will give you the first priority. By you walking to a given office, it shows that you have much interest in working in that organization. Make sure that you mention this when you are called for an interview.




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