Why Haven't I Been Hired Yet?

Sometimes conducting a job search can make you feel truly frustrated. After weeks, or possibly months, of searching, it's hard to think that the job search possibly could not have resulted in a job yet.

But sometimes it happens, especially in this challenging economy, which is why it's good to take time to reevaluate what you're doing to make sure you're actually on the right track. Let's look at some ways you can get this done.

Rework Your Resume

This is a crucial step in the process and could be the single reason that you're not getting the callbacks you're looking for. Sometimes, your resume simply isn't speaking the language of the employer. What is that language? It's called "What Can You Do for Me?"

Basically, the hiring manager wants to know that you match the goals of the specific position they're hiring for and it's your job to prove that you're a good match. You can do this by aligning your accomplishments with the goals specifically laid out in the job posting.

Also, you can look through the company's website to look at organizational goals you can fulfill. But most important, you want to make sure that you use action words to describe everything.

These goals can all be accomplished if you hire a resume writer. However, if you choose to take this step on your own, it's good to make sure you're doing everything you can to show you can meet the company's needs.

Revamp Your Interviewing Skills

If you find that you're getting called in for interviews but not getting hired for the position time and time again, your problem may be found in your interviewing skills (or lack thereof). One way to make sure you get the job done with confidence and the right verbal and body language is by practicing with a friend first.

Try to be as serious as possible as you go through a list of questions that you might expect (these can be found all over the Internet). And make sure that your friend is able to give you a thorough critique so that you can make necessary changes.

Also, you might consider conducting your interview in front of a mirror so that you can see if you're slouching, relying on nervous ticks (chewing your nails, patting your feet, rubbing your leg). Any sign of a lack of confidence (not the same as nervousness) could result in losing your opportunity.

After making some adjustments to your resume and interviewing protocol, you will hopefully see some changes in your luck. But whatever you do, don't give up. With determination and hard work, you will eventually get the job you want.