In a competitive job market, where almost everyone shares the same skill sets, enthusiasm is a trait to set you apart from a large pool of applicants. Enthusiasm is common to the inspiring stories of successful entrepreneurs, and many of them have turned initial setbacks into long term successes.
So what is enthusiasm and how can it help you find and keep a job?
As defined by Webster’s Dictionary, enthusiasm is to be inspired and/or have a strong excitement of feeling.
Hiring managers can see enthusiastic people right away when interviewing a pool of candidates. “Give me someone who is enthusiastic and motivated,” explained one manager, “someone who’s alert and alive. Someone who is interested in what we do, someone who is excited about coming to work for me, someone who wants to help me as much as I want to help them, and they got the job!” Here are some tips to develop effective enthusiasm for your next interview or just to use everyday:
- Ÿ Be at appointments 10 minutes early
- Ÿ Look and carry your self as a professional
- Ÿ Show respect for others and show a little empathy
- Ÿ Demonstrate you are curious about the company and job
- Ÿ Have a sense of humor
- Ÿ Always put a positive spin on things
- Ÿ Have a “can do” attitude
- Ÿ Have a reason for wanting to work there
- Ÿ Don’t forget to say “thank you”
By implementing these enthusiastic practices, you can start creating a fire for success in your job search and in your life.
“Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there.”
-- John Maxwell
Article written by: Angela Charles, Employment Readiness Educator
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