Four Tips for Getting the Most from Your Hiring Advisor

Want to get the most out of your relationship with your AppleOne Hiring Advisors and take the next step on your career path? We asked superstar Hiring Advisors from branches around the country what candidates can do to get the most out of the experience, and these are the four top items almost all could agree on:

Be Open and Honest about Your Job History

Being open about your past will allow you to succeed in the future. When a Hiring Advisor asks you about your past employment, the more detail you can give, the better they can promote your strengths to employers. Every employee makes a difference where they work; share your achievements and talk about situations where you either saved or made the company money. As Lindsay from the AppleOne Charleston, SC, branch stated, candidates who come ready to talk about their past achievements will help Hiring Advisors “create a billboard” to promote them to employers looking for a specific type of employee.

Get Paperwork Done In a Timely Manner

Nearly every Hiring Advisor surveyed made a point that getting “paperwork” done in a timely manner makes a difference in the overall employment process. Not only does it help speed things along, but, as Laura from the AppleOne West Des Moines, IA, branch states, it helps show that the candidate has “initiative” in the process. Whether it’s an application that needs to be filled out, or a skills assessment activity that will help promote you to employers, completing it quickly will be beneficial to everyone involved.

Be Forthcoming About Your Desired Career Path

While you may not have a long-term idea of where you want your career to go, you no doubt have goals on what you want to achieve and where you would like to achieve it. Being honest with your Hiring Advisor allows them to have a better idea of the types of companies you want to work for, and what types of positions to look for.

Follow Up With Your Hiring Advisor

Communication with your Hiring Advisor is important, and while they will be calling you when opportunities come up, it’s important that you communicate with them as well. Hiring Advisors may be able to help you get the inside track on a job opening you find during your own search, as they may have a contact within the company that could give you a better shot at getting an interview.