Real Reasons Why Your Job Application Was Rejected

Sometimes we get rejected from a job and it has nothing to do with us personally or the quality of our applications. There was some outside factor we may never know that determined the outcome, but it wasn’t something to get too down about. There are cases, however, where there probably was something we could have done better.

If you’ve been getting a lot of rejections lately, it might be worth considering if perhaps there is something you’ve been doing wrong.
Here are 5 things you might be getting wrong in the job search process that could be affecting your application.

You didn’t follow directions

Follow job application instructions to the letter. Always always always format your files to the exact specifications. If it calls for double-spacing, or plain text, or a word limit, observe these guidelines as gospel dogma. And if an essay or a bit of creative work is required, while it is important to show creativity and unique thinking, it is more important not to flaunt the instructions you were given. Within those directions, however, you’re free to think as far outside of the box as you’re allowed.

You didn’t answer the questions

If a recruiter or an application asks you for a piece of information, chances are that information is valuable, if not crucial, to their decision-making process. Companies put a great deal into their application materials. Interviewers also. If you’re asked for an answer, give one. Don’t wait to answer certain questions at the interview—if you don’t follow through on what you’re asked, you might never get one!

You don’t explain the gaps

Never simply assume that a recruiter won’t notice a significant gap in your work history. Always account for it in your cover letter, or the resume itself. And don’t be shy about highlighting your professional accomplishments during your work gap.

You made careless mistakes

You have spellcheck for a reason. At this point in your life, it would be absolutely embarrassing to submit an application, or even just a resume, with any spelling, grammatical, or formatting errors. Or worse, using industry terminology incorrectly. Would you hire someone so careless? No. Proofread at least twice.

You lied

Embellish nothing. Do not fib. Do not falsely represent yourself or your experience. And do not plagiarize. You will get caught and the consequences will not be good. Better to be 100% truthful and accurate.
Have you committed any of these sins? Run through your materials to check and save yourself the potential (possibly inevitable) heartbreak.

Never Use These 10 Words to Describe Yourself

Humble

It is strange to hear someone's bragging about how humble they are. It just doesn’t work. Don’t walk into this unfortunate contradiction and try to talk your way out of it. The more you try to explain this, the more you wear down your interviewer’s trust. Just by saying it, you prove that you are not.

Generous

Being described as generous is similar to respect, in that it is something you earn, rather than something you can claim for yourself. You may be, but if you are prepared to say it in public then you are not humble (see above). And we value ‘humble’. And we want our ‘generosity’ without thought for personal gain and acknowledgement. So don’t say it. Live it.

Self-Disciplined

Any disciplined person we have ever met willingly admits they find it difficult to stay focused at times. Saying you’re self-disciplined is either redundant or not true. Redundant because congratulations you were focused enough to finish the task today, but what about tomorrow or the next day, it’s an ongoing process, one that will require you to work hard to maintain your discipline. Or, the less favorable scenario, the employer might suspect this statement to be untrue; if you feel you need to say how disciplined you are, chances are, you’re not.

Passionate

You may be passionate enough, but you are advised to show your passion through work, not through your words. Anyone can show the passion through high motivating words, but a person is tight lipped when it came to displaying the passion through the work already done.

Talented

Don’t say that you are talented,many are there. It is just that talent is acknowledged when hard work is the driving force behind it. If the qualities like hard work, dedication, concentration are not a driving force behind your talent, then your talent is of no use. Every person is born with some or the other talent. So, push your talent with some good deal of work, not just with the mere words.

Empathetic

What is empathy? It’s the ability to step into the shoes of another person, aiming to understand their feelings and perspectives, and to use that understanding to guide our actions. Empathy is a great quality, but saying that you're empathetic actually sounds like you are not at all.

Fearless

Every single individual has some or the other sort of fear at some or the other point of time. Be it a fear of passing off the cockroach, or a fear of giving a presentation to the staff. Everyone possesses it somewhere in the corner of the heart. During an interview,never say that you are fearless. You may use the word brave to take up all kinds of challenges, but do not mention the word fearless as it may put a negative impact and you will be depicted as an over confident person.

Straightforward

There's a very thin line between being straightforward and being plain rude. Straightforward is usually a code word for rude, abrasive, disrespectful, or impolite. You are allowed to be straightforward, but don't call yourself like that.

Adaptable

You will yourself invite fears and problems for yourself by making use of this word. Adaptable, yes, you may be but adjustment is the right word. Say you are flexible enough to adapt to any new environment. This word is something positive and gives a sense of positivity to the one’s taking your interview. You may adjust in any kind of situation be it good or bad, as sometimes worse conditions may also arise, you never know, no matter how big or renowned the company is, so just say that you are always happy in adjusting to the new safe environment.

Independent

The ability to be independent is something that not everyone possesses. Learning to support yourself is fundamental for any success you ever hope to achieve. Being independent is actually very good, but now a lot of people use it to cover that they suck at being a team player, or being a bad leader. Do not confuse independence with apathy.

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Why Being Late Is Bad For You And How To Overcome The Habit

Tardiness affects more than just an employee's paycheck. Late employees, especially those who come in late often, impact multiple areas of the business, including other employees and the company's bottom line. Employers must handle frequently late employees quickly and in accordance with a set lateness policy to prevent the situation from escalating. The use of a clear late policy in writing and available for all employees to view ensures everyone is treated the same.

Productivity Loss

An employee who isn't working when he's supposed to is an immediate loss of productivity. Routine interruption may throw other employees off, particularly those who rely on the late employee to do parts of their jobs. Frequently, late employees hinder productivity on a bigger level than an employer might initially realize. For example, an employee working on a project who is late 10 minutes each day for a week loses nearly an entire hour of work. If another employee needs the late person to do his project part, he may lose nearly as much work time despite being punctual.

Negative Morale

Frequently late employees may lower everyone's morale. The late person isn't following the rules and may lead other employees to feel angry about the unfairness of the situation. The morale of immediate co-workers may plummet because the employee's lateness puts stress on them, especially if they have to cover for the late employee or fall behind in their own jobs.

Customer Dissatisfaction

Late employee disruptions affect time-sensitive areas of the job, such as customer service. If an employee is late and doesn't make a delivery to a customer on time, for example, the customer may end the relationship with the employer. A late employee who is supposed to open a location at a specific time may lose customers if she's not there when she's supposed to be. Multiple incidents of poor customer service will affect the employer's reputation and may discourage potential customers.

Management Problems

Allowing one or more employees to come in late frequently can undermine the employer's management team. Other employees may begin to feel as if the rules don't apply to the late employee and come in late themselves. When management consistently lets someone slide, other employees may lose respect for the people in charge.

Overcoming Lateness

Transforming yourself from chronically late to perfectly punctual is a big task. It is important to make deadlines non-negotiable, “like a promise to yourself.” Start with something easily attainable, like vowing not to hit snooze tomorrow — not even once. If you can’t commit to a small inconvenience like that,you are not ready to tackle your chronic lateness. Before jumping in, try an experiment: Get somewhere on time. Just once. Just to see how it feels. Note your reaction. Are you relieved or anxious? Proud or bored as hell? Then work your way up from there.

Step 1: Relearn to tell time.

Every day for two weeks, write down each task you have to do and how long you think it will take. Time yourself as you go through your list — showering and dressing, eating breakfast, driving to work, picking up the dry cleaning, doing the dishes — and write the actual time next to your estimate. Many people have certain time frames cemented in their brains that aren’t realistic. Just because once, five years ago, you made it to work in 12 minutes flat doesn’t mean it takes 12 minutes to get to work.

Step 2: Never plan to be on time.

Late people always aim to arrive to the minute, leaving no room for contingency. Say you need to get to work at 9 a.m. You assume it takes exactly 12 minutes to get to work, so you leave at 8:48. If you miss one traffic light or have to run back inside to grab an umbrella, it becomes impossible to make it in on time. Don’t chance it. You should plan to be everywhere 15 minutes early.

Step 3: Welcome the wait.

If the thought of getting anywhere ahead of time freaks you out, plan an activity to do in the interim. Bring a magazine, call a friend you haven’t spoken to in a while, or go over your schedule for the week. Make the activity specific and compelling, so you’ll be motivated get there early and do it.

5 Types Of People You Should Avoid If You Want To Be Successful

People who surround us affect our lives no less and sometimes even more than ourselves. Some of 

them can inspire, share positive energy and set our vibes to success. But sometimes we come 

across those who can affect us, our careers and lives negatively. So who are those people, who can

 stand on our way to success?

Dream Wreckers

Dream wreckers are those who will not hesitate to tell you a million reasons why your business-

idea is not going to work or that you shouldn't take part in that dance competition because you'll 

surely gonna lose. Such type of acquaintances are a real obstacle on your way to success.

They often don't even realize what harm they can make with their behavior. They think that they

 are simply being realistic. Psychologists say that such people are displacing they own fears on 

the other people. The question "What if I fail?" is scaring them to death and they are trying to 

"infect" others with their own insecurity.

100% Pessimists

It doesn't matter what the situation is, these people will always add negativity to it. Total 

pessimists see only the dark side of the life and can easily mess up your best mood and suck 

out all energy and enthusiasm. If you can't exclude such people out of your life, do your best to

 limit your communication to possible minimum. If someone is only going to bring you down they

 don’t deserve your time.

Passive Aggressive People

This kind is tricky. Passive aggressive people are mostly kind and sweeter than sugar but they 

will never miss an opportunity to make a stinging remark that can blow all your happiness away 

and shatter your confidence.

Such people are dangerous to communicate with because they are often hypocritical and never 

say what they truly think. When talking to those people it's better not to show that their words had

 cut to the quick. But do not ignore it. The best way to deal with these people is to address the 

issue immediately. By their very nature passive aggressive types are cowards, or else they’d 

speak up and say what they were really thinking.

Remember, we all assume this behavior is normal so they aren’t used to being called out. But it’s 

only as normal as we allow it to be.

Moochers

Moochers are those who always need help. A small amount of money, a favor now and then. 

They are never tired to remind you if you owe them something, but also never pay their debts.

 Frequently, these are people who use our desire to help them in their own advance. Often, 

moochers don't even attempt to change the situation they're in.

We're not saying you shouldn't help your family and friends. But there's a big difference between 

helping and letting someone to use you. Relationships should always have some give and take. 

If someone is constantly taking, while giving nothing in return, they’re a moocher.

Climbers

Climbers put their interests, their careers and themselves way higher than everything else no 

matter what. These people are all about themselves and in any situation they will put their 

interests first. Even in the most inappropriate scenarios they just have to make everything about 

them.

Typical climber can appear as a friend, but if you or your friendship will become an obstacle at 

some point, such person will give it up without a doubt or regret.

SKILLS YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED IN YOUR CAREER

In life changes usually occur in all spheres of the business world, be it your pursuit for personal development,Career development e.t.c.You probably have a pretty good handle on the hard skills you’re going to need to get your first job in your career. That much is usually listed on the job posting itself: a bunch of relevant skills and experience for the work you’ll be doing, plus a handful of more general people skills or organizational talents, etc. What you’re probably less familiar with is the set of skills you’ll need to hone at later stages in your career.

Though you’ll be hired on the strength of your hard skills and continually evaluated on them at the junior level, their importance will start to diminish as you progress. There will be a shift to an evaluation of your soft skills around the mid-career mark. Eventually, your promotions to the senior level and beyond will rely almost entirely on soft skills.

Such as? Well: like ability, the ability to get things done, and leadership. If you want to go as far as you can in your career, you’ll need to start developing these skills early, so you can rely on them when the time is right.

What are Soft Skills?

LEADERSHIP

• Mentoring team members and junior associates
• Volunteering to lead tough projects and picking up extra slack
• Participating in your industry outside your company
• Being proactive about going above and beyond what is asked of you

LIKE-ABILITY

• Building a reputation as a competent and caring team leader, collaborator, and mentor
• Building strong relationships with your manager and your coworkers
• Making sure your efforts and successes are visible to everyone in your office, not just your boss.

ABILITY TO GET THINGS DONE

• Working independently
• Self-starting
• Collaborating with coworkers (and resolving conflicts that might come up)
• Meeting your deadlines no matter what the internal and external pressures might be

Here are three steps toward growing these skills.

Take an honest look at your work personality

A little self-assessment will go a long way. Look at your habits, your strengths and weaknesses, your workplace demeanor and routines. Figure out where you need to grow and prioritize the most important areas to work on.

Talk to your manager

Once you have a good handle on where you are, take it to your manager to see where your needs overlap, and where her priorities for your development and performance might differ from your assessment. Get on the same page. And get specific on what you’re being evaluated on at each level of your progress.

Be proactive and seek out opportunities

Without sacrificing any of your hard skills (or the continued development of your technical arsenal of tools), start figuring out how your current job and position can equip you to advance. Look for collaborative and leadership opportunities. Take on extra responsibilities. Ask your boss what she needs the most and give that to her precisely.

As soon as you can start building these skills—in addition to the ones that got you the job in the first place—you’ll be well on your way to proving worthy of promotion after promotion.

Habits You Need To Become A Billionaire

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” - words of the mighty Aristotle. You make your habits in the beginning, then your habits make you.

Daniel Ally is an self-made millionaire & business expert. Ally became a millionaire at 24 years old. And recently he shared his list of habits that changed his life.

Simplify Your Words

Millionaires know how to share their message in simplest terms. They use their words with precision and possess deep meaning in what they say. By speaking pompously, many people exterminate their opportunities. In short, never drown people in the sea of verbosity.

To learn to speak with ease, join your local Toastmasters club to brush up on your communication skills. Unfortunately, too many people get lazy with their communication and subtly conform to the habits of others. However, millionaires diligently work on how to improve what they say and seamlessly find easier ways to say it, whether it's verbally or written.

Abandon the Old

To abandon your negative habits, you must replace them with positive ones. Before you are able to face the new, you must relinquish the old. If you want a new car or house, then bless the old one and search for the new. When you want to achieve a positive mindset, you must get rid of the negative one first.

Daily Goal-Setting

Whether you're writing your financial projections, planning your weekly tasks, or scheming new ways to build your empire, you'll want to procure a daily goal-setting habit that will give you momentum on a daily basis.

When you set your goals every day, it allows you to prioritize and keep "first things first." Prioritization is doing first what matters most. Instead of pursuing $100 actions, this habit will promote you to embody $1,000 activities. Once you accumulate more profitable activities in your day, you'll add money to the bank, making you a millionaire in the process.

Surround Yourself With The Right People

Along your path to success, you will have to make tough decisions about not only everyday tasks and challenges, but also about the people you surround yourself with. Some people uplift you. Some people are toxic. As an entrepreneur, you have to face the truth and recognize who is helping you and who is holding you back.

Sometimes you will have negative employees, bosses, associates, and even friends that will hurt your chances of being successful with their influence alone. Habits are contagious when you spend a lot of time around the people who have them. Surround yourself with goal-oriented, successful people and their good habits will rub off on you.

Persistence

Rich people don’t give up. About 90% of rich people today did not become rich the way they originally thought or intended. They tried, they failed, and they rose up again many times before they eventually succeeded. You may lose a lot of money in the process, but you’ll keep getting better by learning from your mistakes and experiences until you get the financial independence you desire.

Educate Yourself

It doesn’t take an Ivy League education to become a millionaire, but it does take a desire to learn. It doesn’t matter how you learn – from a mentor, night classes, or books and the web – but ongoing learning is critical to lifelong success. If you’re open to learning as much as you can, regardless of your stage in life or in your career, it will never hurt your chances of success.

Work Hard

Except for people who inherited great riches, I have not seen any lazy rich person. Rich people work very hard and they also work constantly. People that work hard can’t be behind, they are always on top of their profession whether they are business people, self-employed, or even employees. They always do things that ordinary people cannot do.

Embellish Your Appearance

It's not a secret people get judged by their appearance. People who get ahead at work look to those above them and emulate not only the clothes they wear, but the ways in which they present themselves in the office, interact with others, and approach their work.

Although, you can be the best-looking or best-groomed bloke in the world, but if your nails are dirty, hair sprouting from your ears or you missed a bit shaving, all your good work will be undone. So check your reflection before you leave home. Lesson? Mirror time is never wasted time.

Ask Questions

Most people assume that they know answers. Their assumptions actually hold them back from knowing the truth. Truly, you want to ask questions to gain clarity about the direction you are heading. The fact is that many people don't ask any questions as they habitually guess their way by creating answers for themselves.

To become a millionaire, don't answer your questions, but question your answers. When you need to know the facts, you must inquire, not just make assumptions. Many people don't want to ask questions because it exposes them to confront the reality of their circumstance, which may scare them. Moreover, asking questions forces them into the laborious task of thinking, which is why they fail to ask questions.

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