We’ve been told that job hunting is about proving ourselves. Research the company. Prepare for the interview. Say the right things.
But what if we’ve been doing it backwards?
A job is an agreement. A commitment. A decision about where you’ll spend thousands of hours of your life. So why do you start by trying to fit in, when the real question is, does this job fit me? That question doesn’t start in the interview. It starts the moment you put yourself on the page.
Your resume is a handshake before you walk into the room, a spark before the conversation begins. It’s the first chance to say, here’s what I bring, here’s why it matters.
Not a list of what you’ve done. Not about fitting into every requirement. A signal. A story. A clear reason why you belong. Your resume should make them stop scrolling. Make them see the impact you bring. Make them want to know more.
And if they call? The real prep starts. It’s the time to show up ready.
Most people treat interviews like a test, cramming the night before, memorizing answers, and trying to sound right. But the real preparation starts long before. It starts with knowing yourself – what you stand for, how you work, and what you need to thrive. It’s about making sure they belong in your future.
The face-off? That’s the moment you step up, take the lead, and turn the conversation into an opportunity.
There’s a job out there with your name on it. Go claim it.
