Apply to a Job for the Right Reasons

Apply to a Job for the Right Reasons Apply to a Job for the Right Reasons And then, there are the wrong reasonslike taking a job solely for the paycheck. The Inc. article, “Are You Applying for a Job for the Wrong Reasons? 9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Sending a Resume” cites examples of why perhaps you shouldn’t apply for certain positions. But in the spirit of promoting positivity, here are some reasons to apply to a job- the right ones, that is! Here are a few right reasons to apply to a job: You actually want the job. When a job search drags on far longer than you’d like, desperation can kick in, causing you to apply to any ol’ position that pops up on your job alerts that day. You might overlook the fact that the schedule hours might clash with everything else you’ve got going on in your life, or that the company mission isn’t one that resonates with you. Believe it or not, though, when you apply to a job that you don’t really want, the quality of your application might suffer. You’re probably not going to spend an hour or more customizing your cover letter for a job you feel meh about. And it’s kind of unlikely that you’re going to meticulously revise your resume so that it’s a perfect fit for a ho-hum position. So, in reality, you’re just much better off spending your time applying for jobs that make sense to you, rather than ones that you won’t remember applying to tomorrow. The company culture complements who you are. When you’re reading a job description, you need to look at more than just responsibilities and duties. The company culture will show you not only how workers are treated, but how they communicate and collaborate together, too. If it’s a remote job that you’re after, is the company open and forthright about its flexible work policy? Have you read questionable threads about the high turnover at the company? No matter how amazing a job might appear at the onset, consider the company’s culture before applying- it just might make you reconsider submitting your application. It’s exciting to you. You’re clicking and scrolling through job listings when one suddenly catches your eye. You lean in a little closer, excitedly reading through the listing and think, “Hey, I’d love that job!” That’s one of the key components of knowing if a job could be a fit for you. If you start imagining what it would be like to work for the company, and are intrigued by the company’s culture, those are all good signs that you’re applying to a job for the right reasons! You feel like you have something to contribute to the company. Let’s say that you read a job description and just from the duties alone, you can see that your skill set is a match. But in doing some research to write a killer cover letter, you notice that the company’s social media is somewhat dry, or that its website design is a little lackluster. Make it a point to bring these things up in your cover letter so that you can show that a) you’ve done your research on the company and b) that you already know some of the company’s pain points- and are prepared to help solve them. After all, you should offer a job just as much as it offers you. It offers the right flexibility. Whether you’re looking for a fully remote job, a part-time role, or a few freelance gigs, chances are you probably already know what type of work flexibility you need to fit in with your life. So if you want a 100% remote job, why are you applying to a job that offers “some remote work”? It’s important to stick to your guns when it comes to the flex that you want. That’s why you should only apply to jobs that offer the flexibility you need and deserve. If you want to work from home, make it a reality! Knowing that you’re applying to a job that will give you greater control over your life can be very motivating indeed and one of the best reasons of all to apply. Dont let desperation mode kick in- apply to jobs for the  right reasons and youll be much more likely to land a job youre passionate about. Best of luck! START YOUR JOB SEARCH