We have already covered the basic skills and qualifications expected from those seeking SQL jobs. If you already meet those requirements, you would qualify for a number of positions. However, landing an interview requires more than that. Below are some tips to keep in mind before you start with your SQL job hunt.
Go digital: A preliminary research on your prospective companies is highly insightful. In order to be happy at work, you need to find the right work environment and the right people. Reading up on employee reviews is a great way to find out about any company. So, before you start applying, make sure you have enough background information about the company. It also helps you prepare better for interview questions about the company.
Revisit your resume: Now, even if you have a well-prepared resume, you must relook at it before sending out each application. For each resume, try and make it customised for the respective companies such as by mentioning the job role you are applying for. This helps you get an edge over a regular resume where you make it common for any application. Put in only relevant information and present it in the most legible and reader-friendly manner. You can look up resume formats online for better clarity.
Email effectively: What we mean by this is to use your communication skills. Since emailing is mostly your only source of contact with the recruiter until interview rounds, utilise this space wisely. If you have great communication skills, this is the best way to showcase it to your recruiter and make a good impression. Even simple things like using full words, error-free sentences and sound language matter greatly.
Hone your interview skills: Once you do land an interview, don’t just walk in unprepared. If you are a beginner in SQL, read up on common SQL interview questions online. A face-to-face round is always more about your personality and interpersonal skills than your technical skills for a job. So, keep a note of what to wear and how you present yourself. If you are an introverted personality, you need to pre-work on your body language and communication, possibly by practicing with a friend. Interviewers like a confident candidate.
If you have the above points covered, half the job is already done. A well-planned job search not only helps you find you the right job, but also gets you closer to your career goals.