Whether it through your applications, CV’s, networking or interviews, employers will be looking for more than just your professional achievements. They want to see what type of person you are and whether you be a good fit for their business. It is important that you understand that your personality and values are also examined. You may look great on paper but if you don’t have the right values or personality for them, then you won’t be getting the job. You should always be showing your personality/values in every aspect of your applications. To help, below we have listed some the values employers look for in potential candidates. Do you have any of these? Do you show/demonstrate any in your applications? If you answered no then maybe it time to change.
Honesty/Integrity – Employers always look out for workers who they can trust, be honest & will not lie, cheat or steal!
Adaptable/Flexible – Candidates who demonstrate that can multi task duties & can switch from working in a team to on their own & vice versa will stand out!
Dedication/Right Work Ethic – Show that you not only stick to the task until it’s completes but also you have right attitude going about doing tasks too!
Dependability/Responsibility – Show that you always turn up on time, ready to work & help out and you’re always ready to tackle tasks. Also, that you are not only a responsible worker and that you take your responsibilities seriously!
Loyalty – Demonstrate how you have been loyal to your employers e.g. tasks done etc. Badmouthing ex employers is not the way to demonstrate loyalty!
Positive Attitude/Motivation/Energy/Passion - This may seem obvious. But showing drive, passion, and enthusiasm for your job will go a long way in helping an employer warm to you!
Professionalism – Showing that you can stay professional during tough occasions/events and that you’re not one for office gossip & petty behaviour!
Self-Confidence - Strong self-confidence and self-esteem are highly regarded values in the workplace. If you’re not confident in your abilities how do you expect an employer to have confidence in you!
Self-Motivation/Ability to Work with No Supervision – We all know that being a team player is an important aspect of the work place but so is showing that you are willing to work on your own & able to complete tasks is also important qualities for employers to want!
Willingness to Learn/Self Development – Nothing ever stays the same and that is true of the work place. New technologies, new work practices, new markets, new qualifications etc. Showing your always looking to learn new things and develop yourself are aspects all employers like and want to see!
Honesty/Integrity – Employers always look out for workers who they can trust, be honest & will not lie, cheat or steal!
Adaptable/Flexible – Candidates who demonstrate that can multi task duties & can switch from working in a team to on their own & vice versa will stand out!
Dedication/Right Work Ethic – Show that you not only stick to the task until it’s completes but also you have right attitude going about doing tasks too!
Dependability/Responsibility – Show that you always turn up on time, ready to work & help out and you’re always ready to tackle tasks. Also, that you are not only a responsible worker and that you take your responsibilities seriously!
Loyalty – Demonstrate how you have been loyal to your employers e.g. tasks done etc. Badmouthing ex employers is not the way to demonstrate loyalty!
Positive Attitude/Motivation/Energy/Passion - This may seem obvious. But showing drive, passion, and enthusiasm for your job will go a long way in helping an employer warm to you!
Professionalism – Showing that you can stay professional during tough occasions/events and that you’re not one for office gossip & petty behaviour!
Self-Confidence - Strong self-confidence and self-esteem are highly regarded values in the workplace. If you’re not confident in your abilities how do you expect an employer to have confidence in you!
Self-Motivation/Ability to Work with No Supervision – We all know that being a team player is an important aspect of the work place but so is showing that you are willing to work on your own & able to complete tasks is also important qualities for employers to want!
Willingness to Learn/Self Development – Nothing ever stays the same and that is true of the work place. New technologies, new work practices, new markets, new qualifications etc. Showing your always looking to learn new things and develop yourself are aspects all employers like and want to see!