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5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PatrickOkunima(m): 8:28am On Apr 08, 2018 |
Unemployment is a huge problem in Nigeria of today. There just seem not to be enough jobs for the teeming population of graduates and job seekers. It has become the proverbial “many are called few are chosen” thing. There are many graduates that apply for jobs almost every day yet they wonder why they don’t get invited for interviews or aptitude tests. The fact is their countless job applications might have been turned down due to one or more of the following reasons. So what are these obstacles and how can you avoid them as a job seeker? 1. Applying for every available job To some job seekers, it’s all about quantity. They believe that your chances of getting an invite increases with the number of CVs you send. They tend to care less whether or not they are qualified or eligible for such positions. It’s more of the “try your luck” thing. Interestingly they are surprised that they are not getting invited for interviews and tests. 2. Defeatist mindset One of the common excuses among Nigerian job seekers who fail in their job search is “you will never get a job until you know somebody”. While it is true that in Nigeria of today who you know matters, I sincerely believe that it is over exaggerated. The average company still offers merit-based employment. No serious company would want to populate her workforce with mediocre. Not everyone on the company’s payroll is a member of the MD’s family or his/her relative. When a candidate fails in his/her efforts to get a job by merit they turn around and lay the blame on their lack of connection. 3. Lack of good networking skills Life is all about networking. Networking is one of the most easiest and effective way to get a good job in Nigeria. You would be surprised at the number of vacancies that are not advertised in the public media. How do such companies recruit staff? By referral and word of mouth of course. The good thing here is that the usual crowd that is a common occurrence in the publicized job adverts is non-existent here. So if you do not know how to effectively network, your chances of lingering long in the job market is very high. 4. Reluctance to volunteer or intern The mindset of the average job seeker is they see job opportunity as a way to make big money. They would most likely turn down an opportunity to volunteer or intern if they are very sure that there will not be any financial reward in it for them. What they however fail to realize is that most companies would prefer a candidate that have volunteered or interned to one without any experience at all. Volunteering is one quick and easy way to gain the much needed work experience that most job seekers are not considering. 5. Inability to make a positive impression during interviews This is about the major reason why most job seekers do not land the job. You have just a few minutes to make a lasting impression on the minds of your interviewers. Inability to do this will lead to the infamous but common response “you’ll hear from us later” which they never do. Employers are more interested in where and how you can add value to their organization and not everything that you’ve done. Consider an interview as a movie trailer and not a season film. Source: https://patrickokunima.com/2018/04/07/5-obstacles-that-could-be-hindering-you-from-getting-a-job/ 1 Like |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PatrickOkunima(m): 8:28am On Apr 08, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Holywizard: 10:40am On Apr 08, 2018 |
Oga I was among those that once sent u emails to help edit our CVs but u never replied 3 Likes |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PatrickOkunima(m): 10:55am On Apr 08, 2018 |
Holywizard: My apologies for not replying. It could be as a result of: 1. You not sending your CV early enough. Whenever I'm offering a FREE service or giving out a gift, it's usually for a limited period or for a certain number of people. 2. Your mail wasn't delivered. I experience that sometime with my email account. I'm very sorry. Please contact me if you're interested in my paid service, as there's no free package ongoing. Have a wonderful day. 2 Likes |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Justbeingreal(m): 2:37pm On Apr 08, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PatrickOkunima(m): 2:41pm On Apr 08, 2018 |
Justbeingreal:You have my permission. 1 Like |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Justbeingreal(m): 3:04pm On Apr 08, 2018 |
PatrickOkunima:Alright. Thanks! |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PatrickOkunima(m): 5:46pm On Apr 08, 2018 |
Justbeingreal:You're always welcome. 1 Like |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by PalmOilDealer: 7:08am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Thanks Mr Patrick, great tips as always. |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Jh0wsef(m): 8:04am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by SleakBuzzPR: 8:05am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Olamiz: 8:06am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Noted |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by stubbornman(m): 8:06am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Nobody: 8:10am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Everyone cannot get jobs because the applicants out number available jobs |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by KEVIND: 8:11am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Supply out weighs Demand |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by dozofavour(m): 8:12am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Nobody: 8:13am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Nigeria's economy is fvckked..that is the number one factor. When there are 200 applicants per each job vacancy, what do you expect? |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by fasho01(m): 8:15am On Apr 09, 2018 |
Lack of connection |
Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by JARUSHUB: 8:18am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by JARUSHUB: 8:19am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by joblessmilliona(m): 8:59am On Apr 09, 2018 |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by gonkin(m): 9:07am On Apr 09, 2018 |
My guy na connection be the koko Some people get the job then later write like they applied. Some people work 1 or 2 years before using their cv for that job. With connections u have the vip pass. But posting here and there takes the grace of God. 1 Like |
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Re: 5 Obstacles That Could Be Hindering You From Getting A Job by Mike4S: 10:57am On Apr 09, 2018 |
In my opinion the reasons given here are hardly adequate. PatrickOkunima: |
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