perceived me as someone who would quickly adapt and learn in a professional role, but he perceived me as someone who could provide tangible value right away. Employers are looking for candidates who are able to provide value to their organizations. When you walk into a job interview, have a strong understanding of the challenges the employer is facing and use your skills to show how you can add value to their organization by emphasizing your job-related experiences. That is a sure-fire way to be considered as a stellar candidate! 3. I Allowed My Genuine Passion to Shine The most important aspect of this article and the main reason why I received the high-profile referral for a job interview was my ability to show how genuinely passionate I am. Not only did my passion for baseball come across during our conversation, but I was able to communicate my knowledge directly to a decision maker and make a lasting impression. Be yourself when you're networking! Not every conversation needs to be formal and dry. You can be professional and still let your personality and passion shine through your words. Don't be shy to take risks and think outside of the box -- after all, not everything needs to be done by the book. One Response to How I Was Able to Leverage My Experience in Fantasy Sports to Get a Job Interview Excellent post, Michael. Especially this: "...have a strong understanding of the challenges the employer is facing and use your