1 Key Screening Factor Hirers Love

“How do I know what the hiring manager is looking for?”

“How do I make the right impression in my interview?”

“What if I’m not totally qualified for the role I want to apply for?”

Good questions! Tough questions.

Hiring managers, of course, look for different things depending on what they’re hiring for. So, of course there could be many things you should be mindful of!

But still, every hiring manager I’ve ever met, interacted with, or heard from (including myself) loves one thing in particular in a candidate: Motivation.

WHY MOTIVATION?

Hiring managers feel like a motivated candidate can be trusted to do good work. A motivated employee will show up. They’ll learn fast. They’re more likely to stay engaged and produce tangible results.

Of course, there’s always a bit of responsibility on the employer to keep their employees engaged, but they know that someone coming in with their own motivation will benefit them.

Why?

In part, because motivation can overcome a lot of challenges and barriers. That could even include the dreaded “required years of experience” factor in some cases.

Lead from a place of motivation or energy.

BUT WHAT IF I’M UNDERQUALIFIED TO BEGIN WITH?

Every once in a while, someone will tell me how they lack the experience in years for a job they want to apply for. “Should I apply for it anyway? How do I get my foot in the door?”

I get it. It can be tough to get past certain requirements like that. 

My response: Work with what you DO have. If you lack the amount of experience an employer is asking for, approach from a place of motivation!

If you can find opportunities to weave in demonstrations of your motivation overcoming barriers, you can improve your chances of impressing employers in the best of ways.

OK SO HOW DO I GENERATE MOTIVATION?

Well, you have to be working toward the right things. It’s hard to be motivated about things you couldn’t care less about, so it’s best if you can position yourself to be doing work you’re truly invested in.

Get to know your ambitions and values. What’s important to you? What gets you up every day? What inspires you to do good work? What goals do you have and why do you have them?

Beyond that, it helps to then break your goals down into smaller steps (small steps are good). When you break them down into smaller goals, they become more manageable, which helps you gain momentum and drive.

And make yourself an action plan–something tangible. When you have a written plan that breaks things down into steps, not only does it help you get organized, but it also gives you an opportunity to track your progress and measure your success. It’s cathartic and energizing to cross something off your list.

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Build healthy habits outside of your goal. No one can stay in a constant state of motivational energy 24/7. At some point, you’re gonna have to remember to take care of yourself. Rest is a productive act. Doing things outside of the goal is a productive act. Taking care of yourself holistically will help you maintain the energy you need to keep motivated.

Finally, celebrate your successes. Reward yourself. You like cake (I don’t)? Gift yourself some cake! High-five yourself! Get you a margarita! This sort of feedback can help positively reinforce your motivation.

WHEN CAN I WEAVE MOTIVATION INTO THE JOB PROCESS?

There are a few opportunities, actually!

• Your resume: demonstrate taking initiative, improving your learning, building bridges where none existed previously
• Your cover letter: highlight experiences where you went above and beyond
• Interviews: show genuine interest and excitement; give examples of how you’d solve problems in the role
• Networking and outreach: send follow-up emails (don’t overdo it) after interviews; request informational interviews BEFORE you apply

WRAPPING UP

If you want to impress your hiring manager, demonstrate that you’re motivated. Show them you want to show up and be consistent. Show them you take initiative. Show them you learn fast. Remember, a motivated candidate is often perceived as someone who will make a trustworthy employee. 

So even if you do lack in some other areas, you can overcome deficiencies with the right touch of motivation.

FEELING LOST, STUCK, OR CONFUSED?

Getting a job in something you’re actually motivated to do is tough sometimes, especially if you’re unmotivated NOW. So if you’re in that boat, here’s the ONE thing I want you to do:

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