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Assessment |
| Skills |
One of the first steps the job seeker must take is to list his or her skills (or abilities). This is more difficult than it would appear. You may want to have friends and family identify your skills as they see them. Until this step is completed you are not ready to develop your resume or to begin networking. |
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You will be most successful in a career that is aligned with your interests and aptitude. Make a list of your interests and consider taking one or more of the several tests available to identify your aptitude. |
| Starting your own business |
For some people, starting your own business may be a good alternative to seeking employment. However you must consider that this can be a costly proposition that carries a significant degree of risk. |
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| Accomplishments |
Prospective employers are most interested in what you can do for them. The best predictor of future performance is past accomplishments. For this reason, you should make a list of accomplishments in previous jobs, expressing them in dollars or percents whenever possible. |
| Differentiation |
As you present yourself to a perspective employer, strive to do it in such a way that you stand out from all the other candidates. Your second interview strategy is a good place to consider this opportunity. |
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