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You might be on a path seeking a new career opportunity. Whether you want to apply for a position at Job Duck or any other company, it’s important to put your best foot forward from the get-go. Therefore, we want to share why first impressions matter while sharing some tips as well:
The Other Side
Imagine you were the owner of a business, ready to interview a potential candidate. Keeping your busy schedule in mind, the candidate arrives five minutes late. Still, you’re happy to see the person as you’re ready to fire away with the questions.
You immediately spot how nervous the candidate is, and that’s perfectly fine- because we all feel pressure in certain circumstances. The difference is that every question you ask has a negative response. For you, it simply doesn’t feel like the candidate wants the job.
You finish asking the last question, say your goodbyes, and end the call feeling disappointed. Why? Because you felt like the person could’ve been the ideal candidate, but unfortunately, in your mind, you expected more from them.
The Importance of First Impressions
A first impression lasts a lifetime. Therefore, it’s reasonable to say that it’s really important to put your best foot forward. If one applies for a career opportunity and doesn’t leverage first impressions correctly, the employer might get the wrong idea of what you have to offer.
Numerous factors, such as facial expressions, confidence, vocal inflection, and general emotional state, can influence first impressions. You might be the perfect candidate for every task in the job description, but if you don’t show that self-belief in a positive way, it could count against you.
In most cases, you only get one opportunity to apply for a job offer. If you didn’t impress with your first interactions, the employer might seek someone else from the hundreds of applicants. Believe in yourself. It’s your opportunity to shine.
Now You See Me
If you are applying for a career opportunity, it’s best to give it your all. Remember that you have one chance to convince the employer that you’ll be the perfect fit for the company. Employers want employees who can help them with reaching the company’s goals.
Prepare yourself for the application process, read every instruction thoroughly, and with preparation, you’ll gain the confidence and self-belief to nail the interview. Having said that, be mindful of your facial expressions and the tone of your voice, and be sure to be in a positive state of mind.
It’s essential to always be on time with whatever the company asks of you. If you are in an interview, answer the questions to the best of your abilities and leave with a smile on your face. Tell yourself, “Now you can see me among hundreds of other applicants.” You should stand out from the rest of the candidates!
At Job Duck, we believe that first impressions matter. We strongly encourage you to send any queries in English, in addition to what we mentioned. It is important to remember that English proficiency is one of the key requirements for Job Duck.
We hope you enjoyed this week’s blog. Do you believe that first impressions matter? Let us know in the comment section below. Click HERE if you’re interested in building an amazing career with Job Duck! We hope to see you soon.
Warm regards,
The Job Duck Team
19 Comments
Yes first impressions count. If one arrives late, looking unkempt or unprepared then this is going to leave a bad impression. Once that impression has been made it is extremely difficult to alter it and one generally does not get a second chance to change this impression. So one must go out there with a positive attitude, radiating confidence and present the best of oneself from the start.
Hi,
We couldn’t agree more! Thank you for taking the time to read our blog.
Warm regards,
The Job Duck Team