Tip #13: Don't put all eggs in one basket Job search in a market flooded with candidates is a "we want 125% fit because we think we can get it and we're not in a rush to hire" environment. Even top performers experience post-interview difficulty getting an answer as to why the process is taking so long, or if they are on the short list, or even if the position will be filled. You need a healthy bit of skepticism - don't put your search on hold while waiting for the offer you are sure is coming. Even if you think the job is a sure thing after a great interview, in this market, there's a real chance it isn't.
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RLS is a consulting firm dedicated to helping our clients manage their careers, starting with finding the right position as soon as possible. The process is straight-forward: identify what the client brings to the table, identify the companies that can *use* what our client brings to the table, and help build the bridge. Career change made easier!
Our clients have a significant competitive advantage in the marketplace:
* They have targeted companies that have shown an indication of need and they make contact with a solutions-based approach. They come to the employer as a person of value, as opposed to someone desperately seeking a job.
* They are competing with proven, professionally-written marketing materials.
* Some clients elect to have an RLS-designed web portfolio and hypercards; differentiating them even further from the crowd.
* Before the interview, our clients know as much as possible about the company, the competition, the industry, and any market changes that could affect business. Our clients know how to turn an interview into a business discussion.
* They come prepared to show value. The goal is not to just get the job offer, but to blow away the competition, leaving the employer with no viable second choice. Then, RLS provides professional negotiation assistance to make sure that no money is left on the table.
Our clients have a significant competitive advantage in the marketplace:
* They have targeted companies that have shown an indication of need and they make contact with a solutions-based approach. They come to the employer as a person of value, as opposed to someone desperately seeking a job.
* They are competing with proven, professionally-written marketing materials.
* Some clients elect to have an RLS-designed web portfolio and hypercards; differentiating them even further from the crowd.
* Before the interview, our clients know as much as possible about the company, the competition, the industry, and any market changes that could affect business. Our clients know how to turn an interview into a business discussion.
* They come prepared to show value. The goal is not to just get the job offer, but to blow away the competition, leaving the employer with no viable second choice. Then, RLS provides professional negotiation assistance to make sure that no money is left on the table.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Career Transition in a Volatile Market - 14 tips- RL Stevens Tip#13
Posted by VP InfoSys at 11:48 AM
Labels: Career Transition Advice
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2 comments:
So what is the lenght of time for someone to get a new postion if they make under a 100K R.L. Stevens
The numbers I hear are 12 months and if you are changeing locations you can add 6 months and another 6 months if you change job titles etc. From the research I have done with help from people who know what there doing you can get it done in 13 weeks or so.
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