When Preparation Becomes a Hurdle

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Today, I am going to cover a very tactical thing that leads to people missing out on opportunities.

A client of mine recently was approached for an interview..

The HR gave him multiple options spread across 2 weeks and he decided to take the last option to get as much time as possible to prepare..

Unfortunately, in between the process, the company found a great candidate who had another offer... So they went ahead with that candidate and with apologies canceled the interview!

For all the time he had for preparation, my client did not even get the opportunity to speak with the company.

When doing a job search, being early in the process is advantageous in almost all stages..

• Saw an interesting role, apply soon. If they get enough candidates before the deadline, they won't even consider the later submissions.
• Asked for interview availability, choose an early option. The key is to be prepared for interviews so you don't need too much time. 

While the wait time may be difficult, it is crucial to get your foot in the process asap.

When you are finding people to talk in the organization, don't wait for weeks. Apply online and continue finding more people!

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• Tips Tuesday (Watch time - 1min 11 sec) - Apply Early, Get Hired Faster
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