{"id":7231,"date":"2020-05-05T11:08:22","date_gmt":"2020-05-05T18:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/?p=7231"},"modified":"2021-08-31T04:00:30","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T11:00:30","slug":"5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Signs You Might Be A Star Candidate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a job can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. Often, part of the stress is not knowing whether you\u2019re moving on to the next hiring phase &#8211; or if a recruiter even likes you. To help ease that stress we\u2019ve put together some signs that you may be exactly what a recruiter is analyzing when you are looking for a job.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69ec07bc7c720\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69ec07bc7c720\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#1-_The_company_performs_for_you\" title=\"1- The company performs for you.\">1- The company performs for you.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#2-_Communication_is_clear_and_timely\" title=\"2- Communication is clear and timely.\">2- Communication is clear and timely.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#3-_You%E2%80%99ve_got_the_skills_on_paper_%E2%80%93_and_references_to_back_you_up\" title=\"3- You\u2019ve got the skills on paper &#8211; and references to back you up.\">3- You\u2019ve got the skills on paper &#8211; and references to back you up.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#4-_You_have_relevant_skills_outside_the_required_qualifications\" title=\"4- You have relevant skills outside the required qualifications.\">4- You have relevant skills outside the required qualifications.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#5-_You%E2%80%99ve_shown_passion_and_initiative\" title=\"5- You\u2019ve shown passion and initiative. \">5- You\u2019ve shown passion and initiative. <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/5-signs-you-might-be-a-star-candidate\/#About_the_Author\" title=\"About the Author\">About the Author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_The_company_performs_for_you\"><\/span><strong>1- The company performs for you.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best sign you will ever receive is if the company is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/suzanne-lucas\/make-job-candidates-want-to-work-for-you.html\">persuading you to work for them<\/a>. Performance tactics include scheduling interviews around your availability, introducing you to staff members, and spending some time explaining the perks of the job.<\/p>\n<p>This often ends up feeling as if <em>you <\/em>are interviewing the company, and they are putting their best foot forward. You\u2019re often a cinch for the job if this is a major theme throughout your interactions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_Communication_is_clear_and_timely\"><\/span><strong>2- Communication is clear and timely.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve had great communication and a hiring process that hasn\u2019t been dragging out for weeks on end, this is a good sign you\u2019re doing well. If there are repeatedly \u2018missed\u2019 emails, or an interview ends with: \u2018we\u2019ll be in touch soon\u2019, start looking elsewhere. You want to hear specifics and timelines as these suggest commitment.<\/p>\n<p>When a recruiter is vague &#8211; there\u2019s a reason for it. Companies hire recruiters specifically for their ability to collect and bring on talent. If a recruiter is being noncommital, it\u2019s not a good sign. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask for more straightforward communication, just don\u2019t be pushy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_You%E2%80%99ve_got_the_skills_on_paper_%E2%80%93_and_references_to_back_you_up\"><\/span><strong>3- You\u2019ve got the skills on paper &#8211; and references to back you up.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you don\u2019t slay the interview, there\u2019s still hope. While recruiters know that interview nerves can set in if your paper skills are good enough they will get in touch with your references. This allows the recruiter to get a sense of what working with you is like.<\/p>\n<p>If you know your references will praise you honestly and speak to qualities that the recruiter is looking for, be happy. Many candidates don\u2019t have honest resumes, let alone references who will support them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-_You_have_relevant_skills_outside_the_required_qualifications\"><\/span><strong>4- You have relevant skills outside the required qualifications.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the best signs for a star candidate is someone who meets the basic requirements and then some. You will be a great asset to any job if you can provide creative or insightful perspectives. Be able to speak concisely about your basic and bonus abilities.<\/p>\n<p>This will come across as intriguing and refreshing, making you stand out. Just make sure that your outside skills are truly relevant to the position!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-_You%E2%80%99ve_shown_passion_and_initiative\"><\/span><strong>5- You\u2019ve shown passion and initiative. <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Wowing your recruiter can take some serious effort, especially if they\u2019ve been slogging through a day of disappointing interviews.<\/p>\n<p>Start out with a big smile and don\u2019t let your energy flag during the interview or follow-up conversations. Stay positive and keen &#8211; even if you have to ham it up a bit. If you can accomplish this during the hiring process, it will be helpful to your candidacy.<\/p>\n<p>If you experience some, or all, of these signs, stay connected with the recruiter. If these signs are absent from your interviewing process, it may be time to look for somewhere you can clearly shine.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span><strong><em>About the Author<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Simon Chou<\/strong>\u00a0is the Vice President of Operations and Growth at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/\">BCjobs.ca<\/a>. Over the course of his career, he carved a niche in brand development,\u00a0 marketing strategy, and online presence for startups. Prior to BC Jobs, he served as a marketing advisor for high-profile blockchain projects including Litecoin, NEM and Ripple. He\u2019s also worked with fortune 500 companies in the healthcare space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a job can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. 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