Hey there this is Natalie and
In this video we're gonna talk about
The right fit so the right fit is a general term. We use it, but what exactly does it mean?
So the right fit in a job for example in this video
I'll talk about
three key
Indicators that I use to determine fit plus three tips that you can use to tell if a company is the right fit for you
Or not before you get hired so stay tuned
You
So what does the right fit mean in a job?
So here are three indicators that I use to determine
Fit some will be more important to you than others, and that's okay so the first one is the 80/20 rule
so if you're in the right place you
Like the work that you're doing
Maybe not every minute of every day
But you enjoy at least 80% of the time what you're doing the other 20%
Isn't necessarily your favorite time spent, but you're definitely capable of doing it
and you know it's necessary for and it's part of the job, and you understand it so for example for salespeople I
Often hear that part of their 20% might be filling out their expense reports, which they hate doing
but their 80 percent might be traveling speaking to prospects and closing deals and that 80% is totally worth the
20% of the work that they don't like so that's just an example
To your boss so this one's super important for me might not be for you it depends, so
Ideally you'll have a good relationship with your boss
Along with the support that you need from him or her
For me a solid relationship with my boss has been the key to a good fit
And this has overwritten some of the other factors
So if I had a boss that was moody or unpredictable I would not be a good fit for that role
I'd be stressed out. I'd always have my guard up I'd always be wondering with the mood
She was gonna be in that day. I wouldn't be able to focus on doing my best work some of the other factors
I talked about here might be more or less important it
Just depends on your personality and your work style, so I'm affected a lot by other people's emotions
Maybe you're not so that's just an example to
Number three, so do you have what it takes to do, this job like can you do it?
So are you able to get this job done?
Not that you have to know everything all the time or the first time that's not what I mean all I'm just saying that
Do you have the general skills ability and knowledge? Can you really ask for help in pushing past roadblocks?
Can you talk to your boss ask your co-workers and generally complete tasks without feeling like you want to melt down and cry from feeling?
for whelmed or lost
So if you're feeling like you're able to push through and get things done in a healthy way, then you are good
Now great you understand a bit more about what it means
But how can you tell if company is gonna be a good fit for you?
Before you start so here's a couple of things to look for that will help
The first thing is what questions do they ask in the interview
So when I was younger I'll share a quick story here. I applied to be in the Canadian military
I went in and I took the computerized assessment test
I passed and then I had an in-person interview with an officer. He asked me the following question
Tell me about a time you had to do a mundane task that you didn't enjoy that took up most of your day
How did you handle that?
So that is an example of a question that is telling you something
So at that moment I could tell that I wasn't gonna like it if that's what I was going to be doing most days
When they ask you a question
Keep in mind that there's probably a reason why they're asking and it could relate
Specifically is something on the job
So pay attention to the questions they ask and ask yourself. Why are they asking that?
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What questions can you ask them to determine fit? So there are some questions that you don't want to ask?
Until you've got the job offer in hand and those questions are like benefits, or discussing salary or stuff like that
But here are some examples of questions that you do want to ask that will help you determine
Whether or not. This is the right place for you
So
This is a good one in the next year. What are the biggest challenges that I would be taking on if I were hired
That answer will tell you a lot
Second question how does your department communicate and how do the other departments communicate with you?
Third how does senior leadership communicate with the organization so the answers to these questions will tell you a lot about their culture
So the third thing how do you feel about the interview experience and about the opportunity after you've interviewed?
What is your gut tell you this is one that I've ignored and I've kicked myself for afterwards
Are there any feelings or red flags that you your sense things pay attention to them and actively look out if something doesn't feel
Right chances are it probably isn't use the questions in the cheat sheet that you can download below
To guide you to find out more about whether or not?
The job is going to be the right bit so if the organization is transparent and answering your questions. That's a great sign
So if you've ever ended up in a bad job before or a bad fit for you
That's probably motivation enough to never want to happen again
So to wrap up this video. I want to leave you with a few keys to simply keep in mind when you're interviewing and
Really be focused on finding the right fit because it's worth it in the end
So here they are
Be mindful just be mindful of whether or not you're the right fit
Don't be so focused on getting the job that you're not paying attention to these things
Watch for signs do your research and ask the questions that you need to ask?
You don't have to accept a job offer until you've gotten a good feel for the culture
And you've got your questions answered so get the information that you need to make the right decision for you
If you found this video valuable and you'd like to learn more as I mentioned
I have a cheat sheet for you, and you can click the link below to download it
This cheat sheet has 35 questions that you can choose from
That'll help you get the job and other candidates won't even think to ask these
So you'll definitely be ahead of the game
Plus you'll easily be able to figure out if you're the right fit for the position by choosing from this list of questions to ask
So simply click on the link below to grab that now and it will be sent right over to your email inbox
Thanks so much for watching, and I will see you on the other side. Bye
Okay
I'm kind of tired today
Just need to get a good sleep