A Little Extra: 4 Steps to Stand Out in a Tough Job Market, with Kareem Rogers

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15377&preview=true) With hundreds to thousands of applicants for the most desirable openings, you need your application materials to stand out. It’s not enough to submit a resume and cover letter; they have to be unique from the rest, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kareem Rogers. Kareem has a 4-step plan for standing out in this market, and it starts with networking. Use your network to find companies that are hiring or to get referrals. Kareem also suggests making a list of things that differentiate you from other applicants and adding those to a well thought-out cover letter.  About Our Guest: Kareem Rogers is a recruiter, a career coach, and the owner of the HR Depot. Resources in This Episode: Want your resume to stay at the top of the pile? Let Kareem help you; find out more at his website, HR Depot. Connect with Kareem on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Build a career that matters to you with job search strategies and career advice from Find Your Dream Job. Every week, we share insider secrets and job search tips on how to get a great job and develop a purposeful career. Looking for your first job, searching for direction in your career, or just need tools to find a job? Join Mac Prichard, the Mac's List team, and our expert guests every week for job search inspiration, empathy, and actionable advice to help you find work that matters! Find out more at https://www.macslist.org/podcast