Today is an important day in the United States. It is Election Day and people, both old and new, will be selected for federal and state offices. I hope you voted.
The campaign process and elections are public examples of a unique form of interviewing. No matter your view you on parties, the people running or the process in general, you can learn much about what to do (and what not to do) in a job search by watching the election process unfold.
If you are searching for your next job, here are 3 important lessons I’ve gleaned from the election process:
- Being known is critical. In an election or a job search you must be known. Who you are, what you can do and what you have done will be scrutinized during the selection process, the interview and even after you’ve been hired.
- Appearance and how you are perceived by others counts. Whether during an election or a job search you are judged by what you wear, your facial expressions and how you answer questions. Make sure you understand how others perceive you and your experience.
- Investing in yourself and your personal branding is required. It takes time, energy and money to run a campaign — just as it does to run a job search. You can’t get elected or hired without help. You need resources, expertise and the insights of others to navigate the process.
Before you start your job search (or run for office!) ask yourself the following questions:
How are you getting your name in front of key decision makers?
Do hiring managers know who you are?
How are you perceived by others?
Does your appearance support your efforts to land the job you want?
Are you willing to invest in yourself?
Do you see other lessons or have a different point of view? If so, please share your thoughts below.
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