Get a job in 7 steps

Are you looking for work? Do you have no idea where to start? This article will help you find direction on how you can start looking for work the right way. Below is a list of seven (7) steps you can take to get employed: 

  1. Study a course 
  2. Update your CV
  3. Apply for work 
  4. Walk-in work applications 
  5. Comply with the recruiter 
  6. Volunteering
  7. Interview 

Study A Course

To get employed easily, you must know what employers are looking for. There are three things that employers look for. These are: 

To gain skills, knowledge and work experience, you must study. You can study at Matric College for the following courses: 

ICB Courses

ICB Courses are good if you want to gain employment. These courses are focused on equipping you with skills and knowledge. The skills you gain are in demand in South Africa. When you have scarce skills, you become a candidate that employers are looking for. This increases your chances of getting employed. 

ICB Courses are also accredited by the QCTO and the ICB. Accreditation is one of the things that employers value. This is because accredited courses offer relevant skills and knowledge. When employers see that you have studied an accredited course, they want to hire you because they know you have obtained the relevant education. 

These are the ICB Courses you can study to gain employment: 

NATED Courses

NATED Courses focus on work experience and knowledge. When you study these courses, you complete theoretical and practical components. You must first study the theory studies and this is how you gain knowledge. 

When you have completed theory studies, you must complete the practical component, which is 18 months of work experience. The work experience you gain through this course helps you when you look for employment. 

These are the NATED Courses we offer: 

Short Courses

Short Courses are best if you are looking for employment fast. These courses offer a set of different skills. These skills can help you get employed. The best part about these courses is that they can be completed quickly. 

If you are looking for a fast qualification that can help you get employed, you can study Short Courses. These are the courses you can study: 

Update Your CV

Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) is important. This is the document that represents you in your absence. Employers can tell the type of person you are based on your CV. Make sure that your CV has the relevant information. This is what your CV must include: 

  • Personal details 
  • Photo
  • Home address
  • Cellphone number 
  • Email address 
  • Work experience 
    • Name of the company where you work 
    • The duration of how long you worked 
    • A list of the duties you used to perform 
  • Education
    • Name of the institution where you attend  
    • The duration of how long you studied 
    • The titles of the qualifications you earned 
  • Skills 
    • A list of the skills that you naturally have 
    • A list of skills you have gained through work experience 
    • A list of skills that you have gained through your studies
  • Certifications and awards 
    • A list of the awards you have received 
    • You can attach documents if the awards are in document form 
    • You can also add the marks that you have received
  • Interests 
    • A list of things you like to do in your free time 
  • A Reference List 
    • At least three names of people who can work as references 
    • Include their full names, occupation and contact details 
    • References are usually a former teacher, former lecturer, former manager, coach, pastor or mentor 

Apply For Work

The important part when looking for work is to apply. There are many career websites on the internet where you can look for employment. Some of these websites include the following: 

  • LinkedIn
  • ZipRecruiter
  • Google Careers
  • Pnet 
  • Indeed
  • CareerJet
  • CareerJunction
  • Careers24
  • Simply Hired
  • Glassdoor
  • CareerBuilder
  • JobMail
  • CareersPortal
  • Bizcommunity
  • Google for Jobs
  • Monster

Through the career websites, you can create a profile where you upload your CV with other documents. You can sign up to receive work opportunities through email. This way, it is easier for you to apply for work. 

Walk-In Work Application

Besides applying for jobs through carer websites, you can walk into companies and apply for work. You can go to different companies to hand over your CV. You may be considered for employment opportunities simply because you took the step to be bold and look for work employment. 

Comply With The Recruiter

In most companies, before you get called for an interview, they conduct a selection process. This is where they choose a number of candidates who they think qualify to get the position they have applied for. 

The selection process usually consists of tasks. These are designed to select the best candidates. If you complete these tasks correctly, you are called for an interview. Sometimes you may complete the task but not do it right and still get called for an interview simply because you took the time to do the task. 

The tasks are simply there to test your perseverance. The employers want to know how serious you are about getting employed. Make sure you complete these tasks in time and give it your best. 

Volunteering

Sometimes you must take the initiative to volunteer for work. This is where you look for employment and work without receiving any payment. The people you are working for will see the amount of work you do and will most likely hire you. 

Volunteering is a chance for you to show what you have. Work hard enough for the employer to want to offer you a permanent position. If you do not get the position, you will leave the company with experience. This will help you get employed the next time. 

Employers will value you for taking the decision to work for no pay. This will show them the level of commitment you have when it comes to working. This will raise your chances of getting employed. 

Interview

This is the last part before you get employed. This is the part where the employers get to see you. Make sure that you prepare for your interview. To do this best, you can look at questions that employers like to ask. 

Try answering most of these questions and see how you would do in an interview. Please note that the purpose of an interview is to be truthful so that the employers get to know the real you. Answer all questions truthfully. 

Below, we have set a few questions that interviewers like to ask. Take a look at them and use them to prepare for your interview

  • Please tell us a little about yourself 
  • Where did you hear about our company? 
  • Why do you want to work for us? 
  • Why should we hire you? 
  • What are your best skills? 
  • What do you struggle with in a working environment? 
  • Can you work well by yourself? 
  • Do you like being supervised? 
  • How do you deal with work stress? 
  • What is your salary expectation?

Follow these seven steps and get yourself employed for your dream career

Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Razeen Dollie
Date: June 24, 2022