There are many reasons why you might have to apply for your job.Employees are required to do it for legal reasons, as a result of a merger or acquisition, or to make departmental changes.It can be difficult, no matter what level of organization you are in, if you have to reapply for your own job.Follow the steps in this article to help you get through the process of applying for your own job and have a better chance of keeping your job.
Step 1: Your experience should be highlighted in your resume.
Your current position is not included in the last resume you submitted.Adding this experience to your resume will help you present your value to the company and make you look good on paper.Add any quantifiable results to your key duties and accomplishments.A new tracking system was put in place to reduce mistakes by 30%.
Step 2: You need to submit your resume and application to be considered.
Depending on how your company handles the hiring process, you may need to either submit your resume or fill out an application form.It is important to complete all requirements in their entirety.answering all questions and providing all information is what this means.
Step 3: Wait for an interviewer.
Wait until you are called to interview for your job when you have followed the application procedure.It is important to be patient.This is a lot of work for those running this procedure and they have to figure out all the details before reaching out to applicants for an interview.It won't look good if you keep asking about the interview.
Step 4: Don't think you'll be hired back.
You have to take this situation very seriously.It doesn't mean the company will keep you if you already have this job.The company can either hire someone who is more suited for the job or eliminate your position at the same time.Not assuming you will be rehired is the first step to taking this process seriously.You will be more willing to compete for your job if you don't have the mindset that you own the job.You will lose your job if you don't take the process seriously.
Step 5: Follow interviewing and remain professional.
The process should be treated as if you are applying for a job at a new company.If you know the person interviewing you, you have to impress them, remind them why they chose you in the first place, and describe your success in this role thus far.Follow interview best practices such as dressing professionally, wearing a smile, providing a strong handshake, listening actively to the interviewer, bringing a copy of your resume and preparing to speak about yourself (job duties, accomplishments, abilities, knowledge, strengths and your desire to keep your job).
Step 6: Tell the truth about your day-to- day tasks.
You might have to explain what you do during the day versus what is written in the job description.The interviewer may be surprised at the tasks you complete without formal documentation.It is possible to receive technical complaints, issues and inquiries from software users.You pass the information on to the IT tech that can help.You don't answer or resolve anything.It will be false to say that you provide some level of tech support when in actuality you do not.It is important to not exaggerate what you do.False accounts of what you do to make yourself seem more vital will eventually catch up to you and may cause a negative impact.
Step 7: Show your worth to increase your chance of being kept.
It is important to express your strengths and accomplishments most relevant to the role in the interview.Since you already know what the role entails, you are in a better position to explain what you have contributed to the company.The easiest way to show your value is to quantify your accomplishments and give specific examples of what you have done.You were able to increase sales by over 30% by targeting new customers in the southeast region with a new campaign.
Step 8: Your feelings should be kept under control.
It is normal to have mixed emotions when you are told you have to reapply for your job.You have the right to feel offended, angry, anxious, nervous and upset in this situation.It is important to remain calm and not let your emotions get the better of you at work.If you are overwhelmed by your emotions, you may regret your actions, which may make it harder for you to keep your job.
Step 9: Extra projects and tasks can be done by volunteers.
It is important to offer assistance and show initiative if you are going to volunteer for more than one project.When a company changes, coworkers and supervisors may need a helping hand until things calm down.You will be seen as loyal and dedicated to the company if you sincerely offer to help.Your supervisor doesn't have time to head up weekly team meetings because he is very involved in the company changes.In your supervisor's absence, you are the most senior employee on your team and have the leadership quality to head up the meetings.It will be noted during your re application process if you offer to assist with this task.
Step 10: Actively participate in meetings
You want your value to be known.Even though you are not in an interview, you must use your time with decision makers to your advantage by participating in meetings and sharing your ideas.If you do so, you will offer your expertise and express your value to the company, and hopefully get some extra points.During a meeting with your team, supervisor and the director of your department, you contributed to the discussion about expanding markets.You shared an idea of reaching out to a target market that can benefit from the product.It is possible to show your ability to think strategically and offer new ideas to benefit the company.
Step 11: You should strengthen your work relationships.
It is important to develop, strengthen and maintain working relationships with coworkers and management both inside and outside of your department.During a time of uncertainty, it is more important to do this.Having strong working relationships can help others see you as an important part of the company.When there is turmoil in the company and people are trying to hold their jobs, there's no shame in using your relationships to your advantage by remaining a positive contributor and a true fit for the culture.
Step 12: During the decision making process, be patient.
Being patient and being calm will be difficult during this time.If you are good at your job, provide great value to the company, and follow the steps listed above, you have done all you can to keep the job.You have to wait for the decision to be made by your employer.Stay positive and hang in there!