According to celebrated American businessman Stanley J. Randall, ‘the closest to perfection a person ever comes is when they fill out a job application form’.
There’s a lot to be said for his theory of evolution.
After all, if you want to to land one of the top legal roles on s1jobs, you have to project yourself as a knowledgeable, experienced, talented, must-have candidate.
Of course, the truth is, no matter how good you really are, there will always be areas of our CV that can be improved upon.
This means finding ways to prove you’re truly indispensable to a new employer.
And that’s why we’ve come up with five ways to boost your value!
- Show natural nosiness
Curiosity may have killed the cat but asking in-depth questions about a role will bring your job interview alive. Not only will it show a healthy, inquisitive nature, it will demonstrate your determination to know as much as possible about the company, its work ethos and where you best fit in.
- Be up to speed
As part of the digital-savvy generation, be sure to bring your tech skills to the table. You don’t have to be a computer-programming whizz kid. An ability to harness the power of social media or be adept in software that can streamline research or ease office admin will add immeasurably to your chances of becoming a new member of the team.
- Have client awareness
Impress upon your potential new boss or colleagues that you understand – whether you’re a lawyer, legal secretary or paralegal – your work is an intrinsic part of the ultimate bill that goes to a client. This means accuracy and efficiency will make you a value leader in a competitive environment and potentially increase profits for your firm. Profits make everyone happy.
- Go the extra mile
Sometimes adding value is not just about you but about who you know. One of the most effective ways to boost your worth is to be willing to refer your contacts and their business to a new firm’s clients. This will add to the clients’ top line – and increase your own magnetic personality.
- Bring your passion
Finally, one of the best ways to raise your value is to be passionate. Show you really care about the company and you’re super serious about your career. Your interviewer should be under no illusions: you want to succeed in this role with this company.
Make sure your true worth is valued with roles in the Legal sector from s1jobs.