A recruiter’s entire purpose is to find companies great talent for their organization. Ever wonder how some questionable people get a callback, but not you? You may have exhibited one of these red flags that cost you the interview…
Top Three Red Flags That Repel Interview Offers
According to an article by Fortune, 95% of employees are seeking new positions this year…
THAT MAKES THE JOB MARKET TOUGHER THAN EVER!
So on top of an attractive resume, you must ensure you don’t do anything else to turn headhunters away.
Believe it or not, these red flags pushing talent scouts away have nothing to do with your job qualifications…
Applying for Multiple Roles, in the Same Organization — Often
Persistence is certainly an admirable trait. However, when it comes to applying to one company over and over, you’re killing your chances.
Former Amazon recruiter, Lindsay Mustain, told CNBC:
“…YOU’VE APPLIED 20 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO YEARS AND WE’VE NEVER HIRED YOU ONCE, THAT’S A RED FLAG. [SHE THINKS] SOMETHING’S WRONG WITH THAT CANDIDATE FOR THEM TO HAVE NOT BEEN HIRED BY THIS POINT.”
Instead, Mustain suggests that you apply for five or fewer roles within an organization. Then, make sure you only ask to be considered for positions that align with your skillset.
With that in mind, let’s move on to the next red flags stopping you from an interview…
Putting “Open to Work” on LinkedIn
You might think posting the “open to work” banner on LinkedIn is a smart move when job-hunting…
Unfortunately, this tells potential employers something else entirely. The message it sends is that you are not a high-caliber candidate with a specific career path in mind.
IN SHORT, IT MAKES YOU LOOK LIKE YOU JUST WILL DO ANYTHING.
Being more deliberate in your approach will get you further and make you a more desirable candidate. Additionally, you don’t want to look like you want a handout.
After all, you want to take the next step towards career advancement — not just a gig.
Whining About Being Unemployed on Social Media
Whether you quit or were laid off from work, it is not a pleasant situation to be in. Anyone can understand that.
Nevertheless, do not complain about it on social media.
Doing so invariably gives off an unfavorable impression of you — no matter your intentions. You want to present yourself to recruiters and potential employers as a strong, capable person.
If for some reason you must post about being unemployed, flip the script and frame it as a new beginning.
That slight change turns the worst of the red flags into a possible incentive to be offered an interview.
Still, what do you do if none of the things on this list seem to be what’s getting in your way?
How to Overcome ALL Interview-Blocking Red Flags
With the last red flag we talked about in mind, here is a bit more advice on getting an interview…
IT MAY NOT BE THE MEAT AND POTATOES OF YOUR RESUME, IT MAY BE HOW YOU PRESENT YOURSELF.
Some resume writing tips like adjusting your work history to highlight the role you’re applying for…
Or, including ways you generated revenue for your prior organization may be the tweaks you need to make an impression.
You want recruiters to notice you for the right reasons.
So, avoid these red flags and be great.
—GCTV Staff
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