Today being able to sell yourself is one of the best skill sets you can have. One of my teachers recently told me how she has gotten many jobs she was not even nearly qualified for simply because she was able to convince the interviewer that she was right for the position. If you have confidence in yourself and it shows you can be very successful.
There are going to be times throughout your life that the ability to sell yourself will divide you from the pack.
5 Keys to success
- Be sold on yourself – The most important aspect. If you aren’t sold on yourself it will reflect the way you act and others will notice
- Be authentic – Nobody likes dishonesty, if you are truthful you will earn the respect and trust of others
- Be positive – Even a simple smile can show enthusiasm, people don’t want to be around someone who is negative so always keep yourself upbeat and others will be drawn to you
- Be professional – Your appearance, speech, and even how you shake hands will reflect on your professionalism so it is key to always follow formal business etiquette
- Be polite – You don’t need to be arrogant to act confident
“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential… these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.” – Eddie Robinson
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There is always one suggestion I give to people when going on a job interview and that is it is a 2-way street. The fact of the matter is that you really need to like your employer and what you are entering into if you are going to succeed there. Yes, you should most definitely dress for success and answer questions appropriately and promptly, but do not hold back from asking the questions you need answered from a potential employer. In a nutshell, I tell people the employer is not the only one interviewing for this job; you are interviewing as well. This mindset not only assists with confidence but demonstrates assertiveness as well, and you will definitely leave knowing if this job is for you or not.
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When I worked in real estate I used to struggle with this a lot. As I was 21 and look about 17 I could never believe that people would take me seriously.
But now I have started to believe in myself more and that does wonders to making others believe in me.
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We’re selling our personal services and I can’t agree more on the first point – however it’s too easy to over-do it to have as the most important – or lead off. Because if you lead with it, then your authenticity and professional can falter = so my advice is to believe it, but don’t act it.
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Awesome post!!
I have an interview for a government job and I will implement these tips.
Thanks again.
Jerry
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Fantastic tips!!! We can call these five tips as five “B’s” for a profesional marketer. I am going to be a professional marketer.
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