{"id":5318,"date":"2023-07-16T21:09:36","date_gmt":"2023-07-16T21:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mysourcefunding.com\/leadership\/how-to-make-a-lasting-first-impression-when-job-hunting\/"},"modified":"2023-07-16T21:09:37","modified_gmt":"2023-07-16T21:09:37","slug":"how-to-make-a-lasting-first-impression-when-job-hunting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mysourcefunding.com\/?p=5318","title":{"rendered":"How To Make A Lasting First Impression When Job Hunting"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You know that saying, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression?” It\u2019s especially true when you\u2019re job hunting. Whether it\u2019s a facial expression, lack of eye contact, or arriving to a meeting unprepared, many factors play a role in whether you’ll get that next interview or job offer. Past research suggests that it takes just seconds to make a first impression. And one study conducted by Princeton psychologists Janine Willis and Alexander Todorov revealed that all it takes is a tenth of a second to determine traits like trustworthiness.<\/p>\n

More than likely, that first impression starts before you meet in person. It’s called your online presence, and recruiters rely on it to research potential job candidates. In fact, 71% of U.S. hiring decision-makers agree that looking at social media profiles is an effective way to screen applicants, according to a survey from The Harris Poll. And more than half (55%) of those using social media to research applicants have found content that caused them not<\/em> to hire the applicant.<\/p>\n

Realistically, it could take several months of job hunting to find your ideal role. By following these tips, you\u2019ll be more likely to make a stellar first impression and speed up that timeline.<\/p>\n

Clean up your social media profiles<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s nothing worse than having a recruiter land on your Facebook page only to see posts that might be considered \u201cinappropriate.\u201d Before launching your job-hunting campaign, Google yourself. That will give you a good idea of what your personal brand looks like. Then make your social media accounts private or hide any posts you wouldn\u2019t want plastered on the front page of the New York Times<\/em>. If you have old accounts from your teenage years, it might be time to deactivate them. Not surprisingly, 95% of recruiters are on LinkedIn looking for job candidates. So, be sure to update your profile by adding a relevant headline, skills, photo (profile and background) and summary section. Recruiters also read recommendations, so include at least five or more from former bosses, colleagues, or partners.<\/p>\n

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Invest in a tailored resume<\/h2>\n

With the economy tightening and job openings becoming more competitive, recruiters are flooded with resumes. As a result, it\u2019s more important than ever to stand out from other applicants. Not to mention that recruiters spend a mere 7.4 seconds screening your resume, according to a Ladders eye-tracking study. That means tailoring your resume and avoiding meaningless buzzwords like detail-oriented, results-driven and team player. Instead, create an eye-catching resume by:<\/p>\n