Our “How to find a job” video series has come to an end. Keep an eye out for our next series, “Interview questions and answers,” which is coming your way soon!
In case you wanted to see all of our videos in one convenient spot, take a look below. If you are interested in learning more about any of the subjects, click on the title for the full blog post.
Why am I not hearing back from employers?
What to do if an employer asks for your Facebook password
How to find a job with no experience
Why has this job been posted for so long?
The number one mistake job seekers make
Three tips for great resumes and job applications
How to stand out in your job search
Following up on a job application
Do you have any job search videos you would like us to make? Let us know by commenting below, and we may just make it for you!
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I have tried alot filling out application on your web and nothing! I don’t understand either because I have even called these places that I have applied! You get my information and nothing happens for months. So what do you do with my personnel information?
Hi Lisa! Once you submit your application, it is sent directly to employers. Check out this video, which gives a few reasons you may not be hearing back: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/video-why-am-i-not-hearing-back/. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!
Hi Kim, I have tried to call a Hiring Manager and was told he left early. I called back the next morning and was told he wasn’t there. Prior to the phone call I sent an email. I still do not know the status of my application. I feel any more calls would not be a good idea. I noticed the job has been reposted, and I do not understand why. The interview went well, and I was told I was a good fit for the job. Please answer. I look forward to hearing from you. Kim Johnson.
Hi Kim! It sounds like you have taken the correct steps. While you are waiting to hear back from them, make sure you don’t stop looking for and applying to other jobs.
How do I successfully answer the following questions?
1. Why should I hire you?
2. What are your strengths and weeknesses?
3. Can you relocate? (even though this may seem impossible and public transpotation is not always reliable)
4. What do you say if the gaps on your resume or career goals are because you have been sick or in the hospital for a long period of time?
Hi Adrianne! Great questions. 1) Focus on your strengths and experience that pertain to the position. Always mention that you are a fast learner and a hard worker. 2) Check out this article: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/what-are-your-weaknesses/. 3) Be honest. If the position is very far away and you do not want to relocate, it probably isn’t a great fit. If you think you can make the trip everyday, tell them that it isn’t a problem and you will be there on time. 4) Check out this article: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/how-to-overcome-gaps-of-unemployment-2/. Also, watch for our next video series, where we will be answering many of these questions! Good luck and let me know what you think!
None of the jobs you send me match my qualifications or experience…why?
Hi Ed! The emails you receive are based on your location. You can use our keyword search tool to look for jobs you are interested in: http://www.snagajob.com/job-search.
Hi Kim I just had a job interview at the target job fair inside the hotel and after two interviews later I got turned down but the question I want to ask is why do you send me a job opening for target after I got turned down?
Hi Gerry! I am sorry to hear that. The emails are based on your location. I will pass along your suggestion to the team. Good luck with your search and let me know if you have any questions!
Hi Kim,
During interviews I sometimes run into a dilemma. Do I answer the interviewer’s question honestly, or do I tell him what he wants to hear?
Case in point. I worked in retail for a long time and I know solitating store cards is high on the list of things you should do. Honestly I don’t like pushing credit cards correction, I despise it, but should I put my personal feeling aside to please the company I want to hire me?
And secondly, where is the best place to look for a job when your hours of availability are not very
Oops, another thing popped into my head. Ok what is the deal with assessments? Every situations is different at every giving time. I have no idea how I would react to, for lack of a better word, “trivial” problems. If someone stole an office pen I wouldn’t report her to asset protection or the manager if she was using the pen and automatically tossed it into her purse after she finished using it like so many women do. But if she was in the office supply closet filling her purse up with pens I would however I wouldn’t if it meant she will lose her job over 5 dollar box of pens. Please don’t get me wrong honesty and integrity are very important but life is not black and white with 3 shades of gray in between.
Hi Tina! If you despise working in retail, or for companies you know push for credit cards, stay away from these positions. This way, you won’t need to lie. Finding a job is important, but it’s important to also find something you don’t absolutely hate. The same mentality can be said about the assessments. By answering honestly, you will be more likely to find a right fit job for you. Employers are aware of how tricky some of these questions can be, so just try to answer as honestly as you can. Check out this article: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/the-right-answer-to-assessment-questions/ for more info. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions
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How do you follow up with an employer through a job site that does not give the name of the employer and does not give a way to follow up?
Thank you.
Hi Tereasa! If you do not have the name of the business or an address or phone number, there really isn’t a way to follow up. Make sure you don’t stop applying while you are waiting to hear back, you don’t want to miss out on another opportunity!
Hi there i have been looking for jobs on different websites, but the problem is I only have experience in medical field but not certified in medical assisting right now and not certified in nursing assisting either but I was a CNA didnt have the money to get recerified. Now question is How can I get a job diferent in than in medical?? i need HELP
Hi Amber! Think about qualities you have that you used as a CNA that can transfer to other position. Things like customer service and attention to detail are traits that can take you far; highlight these things on your resume. What field are you interested in getting into?
Can something be done by us, as job applicants, in order to “follow up” if the intended employer you would lie to be hired to work for does not wish to receive any telephone calls regarding such matters? Short of telling the screening person, if there is one, or if an intern is doing it too, that you are calling for one reason just to get the person you wish to speak with on te telephone and then discussing your status in the application process, is there anything else the applicant can to when an employer refuses to allow following up via the “do not call” rule / policy? You must be aware of it. Hope someone will address it, please.
Can anything be done to circumvent the do not call policy?
Hi there! Typically no. You want to show that you can follow directions. Good luck and let me know if you have any other questions!