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How Marketable Are You? |
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The job market changes constantly, and so do the skills in
demand in a given field or industry. If you are aware of
these trends, you can take steps to build strengths in hot
areas of specialization. In the process, you'll greatly
enhance your career potential. Here are a few suggestions:
Highlight your track record. Employers today may be more
focused on your skill set than job titles you held
previously, but they do look for a pattern of growth.
Emphasizing your impressive record of accomplishments - such
as promotions or professional recognition and awards - will
give you an edge over other candidates.
Hone your skills. A sharper and more comprehensive skill set
affects your overall marketability. In this ever-changing
business environment it is important to take advantage of
class offerings pertinent to your field of interest.
Consider enrolling in seminars, university courses and
online training.
Know your personal requirements. Lifestyle needs influence
your marketability more than you might think. If, for
example, relocation is not an option for you, you may be
less marketable than someone who is able to move when the
job requires it. Your personal requirements may not
eliminate you from consideration entirely, but keep in mind
that the more flexible you are, the greater your chances of
being hired.
After you've assessed your marketability, you may need to
identify ways to improve the fit between your experience and
your professional goals.
Re-engineer your current job. Start by meeting with your
supervisor to determine ways you can expand your
responsibilities. If you don't have experience working on a
project team, volunteer to be assigned to a group where your
expertise could be an asset.
Take advantage of training resources. Your initiative will
not only help round out your skill set, it will demonstrate
to your employer that you would be a promising candidate for
a leadership role.
Consider temporary work. This flexible employment option can
help you enhance your skills while also giving you exposure
to different work environments.
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