Be Hirable: The Top 10 Things An Employer Wants

by Kassandra McGhee on November 12th, 2010

Being the right candidate for the job involves more than you think.  Even though your education and experience are key, employers are looking for the “total package” when it comes to hiring.  So what makes me hirable you may ask?  Well, let’s start our discussion by looking at 2 of The Top 10 Things An Employer Wants:

  • Qualified Candidate

What makes you qualified for the job opening?  Does your work history (paid & unpaid), training (i.e., certifications, degrees, etc.) make you a skilled, experienced candidate?  Will your skills and knowledge allow you to excel at the job functions?  How can you help move the position, department and company forward? What will you do to improve functionality, efficiency, etc.  Overall, what skills and experience will you bring to the employer that will either help them make money or save money?

 

  • Common Sense

The ability to see the big picture + intricate details = implementation of sound solutions.  Don’t view one task as isolated as it impacts the big picture.  You must see what makes your role (intricate detail) important and how it impacts the organization (big picture).  For example, if you are ordering replacement ink cartridges, ask the question what related items or office supplies may also be needed.  If coordinating an event, ask yourself what items are needed from the time the guests arrive to the close of the event to make it successful.  The triumphant big picture is a collaboration of common sense decisions based upon proper execution of intricate details.

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