How A Friend’s Referral Landed Me a Job!

Various factors contribute to a successful job search, from how you position yourself through your CV to how you prepare for an interview.

Networking with friends, colleagues, or other professionals is one of the strategies for learning about the opportunities that may not be advertised.

Sharon Nkirote Mutai, a sales and marketing professional, learned about Corporate Staffing Services through a friend who was placed successfully. Through the website, she saw the Sales & Marketing Manager role we

Sharon Nkirote Mutai

advertised for our client Superior Homes. After applying, she stood out and was offered her job.

Here is her story;

Tell us about yourself.

I am Sharon Nkirote, a sales and marketing expert with over eight years of experience in the hospitality industry, and I have worked in different capacities in the hotel industry.

My objective is to be part of a team that promotes professionalism in accomplishing assigned responsibilities and ensures more production in the place of work by initializing advancement.

How long have you been looking for a job?

I began looking for a new work environment and a more challenging working space which took me two weeks to get feedback.

What has your job search experience been like?

My job search was never that rough, and my experience with Corporate Staffing was great, straightforward, smooth, and very professional because after applying for a role, I received a call a day later.

Are there any specific challenges you encountered in your job search process?

None at all

Where did you hear about Corporate Staffing and the job opportunity? Would you recommend CSS to anyone looking for a job?

I learned about Corporate Staffing Services through a friend who had gotten a job through CSS, and she spoke highly about the company, so I opted to try my luck, and I got no regrets at all.

I recommend anyone looking for a job check their social media platforms and the user-friendly website to learn about the open roles.

How was the application and interview process?

The process was smooth and straightforward, and each step was handled with professionalism and prompt follow-up with no delays.

Did you think you would get the job? Please give a reason.

Yes. I was confident I would get the job because my qualifications and experiences matched the job description.

What do you think employers look for or check when selecting suitable candidates?

Employers are looking for professionals who can be an asset, be productive and bring value to the company.

Many professionals continue to look for jobs in this competitive job market. What is your advice to them?

Position yourself in the job market as the best candidate and sell your unique values to employers to get noticed and stand out in a competitive job market.

What is the secret to getting a job in this competitive market?

Set your objectives, be goal-oriented, and approach the job search with a clear plan.

If you were to speak to any professional out there, what is one thing you would tell them to do to succeed this 2023?

Work SMART and focus your efforts on the most effective job search strategies for you to achieve career success.