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Take a Gamble and Apply for the Job

You just found your dream job — but you don’t think you’re qualified. This has you feeling pretty bummed, because you assume there’s no point in applying.

The thing is, hiring managers don’t always abide by the qualifications on their job postings. Used as a guideline of sorts, most place a heavier emphasis on candidates that feel like a great fit for their company culture.

This means it always makes sense to apply for a job, because you have nothing to lose. Still not convinced? Here’s why you should always give it a try.

Four Reasons to Take a Gamble and Apply For the Job

Get Hired

The most obvious reason to always apply for a job you want — even when getting hired feels like a major stretch — is because you might actually be selected. You never know what the hiring manager is looking for in the ideal candidate.

Your resume could pique their interest, and if you’re invited to interview, you might form a connection that makes it impossible for them not to choose you.

Make New Connections

If you don’t get this job, there are going to be more openings at the company. Even if you don’t make it to the interview stage, your resume might be put on file, so you can be contacted when another relevant position comes along.

It’s also possible you’ll be invited to interview for the position but not selected. In this case, you still get to meet the hiring manager — and maybe a few other members of the team — and dazzle them with your personality and expertise. If so, they might go straight to you with the next applicable job opening, instead of posting it publicly.

Learn More About the Job

Taking on a new job can feel intimidating because it’s a role you’ve never actually held. Applying for a job can help you learn more about the position, so you can better gauge your interest in it. Whether you’re asked to complete a skills assessment or invited to interview, you’ll gain new insights that will either reaffirm your interest in the position or cause you to realize it’s not for you after all.

Hone Your Interview Skills

It’s not uncommon for candidates to feel like they’ve wasted their time when they interview for a job they don’t get. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Every time you interview for a job, you become more polished. Therefore, when you don’t get the job, all that means is it was just a dress rehearsal for the right opportunity that’s still headed your way.

Bet on Yourself, With The Help of PrideStaff

Taking the next step in your career can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to go it alone. PrideStaff Las Vegas is here to help every step of the way. Contact us today to get started!

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