Employers look to hire for a specific need, either someone quit or was promoted, someone was fired, or they are experiencing growth. They have requirements that they are looking to fill based on the specific scenario listed above. These requirements are then translated to a job opening which job seekers will see online.
Some employers are very specific about their needs and will have a short job posting, others will have a longer posting. Each employer is looking for an employee to fulfill a specific need, and this is where you need to know the unique value you bring. Here are 3 steps to help you identify your unique value for your job search:
Research the Employer’s Needs: What does the employer want? Have you thoroughly reviewed the job description? Every employer will list their most needed skills at the top, this is what you need to pay attention.
Define Your Core Strengths: Do you know what you bring to the table? What are the things that you excel at the most? What achievements did you accomplish in your current/last job? Do these skills and accomplishments match the employer's need?
Showcase Key Achievements: What projects did you complete? Did you save the company money or people hours? Did you create a new process or make a current process more efficient? These are important things that you need to know about yourself.
Use your UVP consistently on your resume, LinkedIn, and in interviews to reinforce your unique value.
Here is an example of what a Unique Value Proposition looks like:
Project Manager
"I am a project manager with over a decade of experience leading cross-functional teams on complex, multi-million dollar projects. My unique value lies in my ability to align project goals with business objectives, delivering results that not only meet but often exceed stakeholder expectations. With a track record of consistently completing projects on time and within budget, I use my strong organizational skills and agile methodology expertise to anticipate challenges, mitigate risks, and foster open communication across all project stages."
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