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Find a new job in 2020
Be honest and search a lot.
There are so many different ways that employers hire, decide which position they want to fill, and which job seeker gets in the door. Make sure that your response clearly outlines what you can do to make the company happy, and remember, simply tapping a favorite color is not a job application.
Add a little humor. Humans love knowing that others think they’re funny, especially if they know they’re funny. Add a small-hearted, little-talked-about element of humor in your replies. Use it when applying for a job, or when meeting someone new. “Are you kidding me? What if it’s a career day, and we have to go over our resumes?”
Incorporate character into your responses. Not only is character an essential part of your job application, but a careful consideration of who you’re talking to and how you respond shows that you’re someone who fits in with your social circles. Interviewers and hiring managers aren’t looking for a particularly polished person, especially if you don’t believe that’s what they want. When on the phone or searching for a job, ensure your responses also include a little bit of personality and humor.
The scary truth is that social media has changed the way people meet new people. You may get to know the person who is applying for a job because the person who contacted you…
