|
Author: David Richter Article source: http://www.net-temps.com/. Used with author's permission.
Your value proposition is a series of statements defining your worth. It is the value you bring to the table - the skills, strengths, core competencies, marketable assets and accomplishments you can declare as your own. Your value proposition describes your uniqueness - your unique gifts. It is what differentiates you from the crowd.
Think about some of the statements you can make about yourself that reflect the skills, strengths and competencies you possess. What makes you uniquely you? What is your value, your worth? Begin to jot down some ideas. You might want to ask someone who knows you well what values they see in you. You may be surprised by what they say. Then begin to formulate the best way of stating this.
Your value proposition is the cornerstone for all self-introductory communication. It sets the tone. It's how you make your mark. It is how you describe yourself when you are networking, when you are conducting an exploratory meeting with senior management, and when you are interviewing.
Your value proposition should be used as your primary response whenever you are asked these types of questions:
• So tell me about yourself?
• How are you different from every other candidate?
• Why should I consider you for this position?
• How do you know you can do the job?
• Why do I want to get to know you better?
Your value proposition also becomes an integral part of your resume. It is placed at the top, so it sets the tone. It holds tremendous weight as a differentiating tool, swiftly setting you, and your resume, apart from the rest.
There is a fundamental difference between your value proposition and your areas of expertise. Your areas of expertise pertain to what you have done, the experiences you have gained over the years. Your value proposition reflects who you are, the unique gifts you possess. It is who you are which best describes to an employer how you would accomplish the specific responsibilities of the position offered.
As an example, let's say you gained experience in a cash flow / cash management, or Treasury, type of function. As part of this position, you also gained experience working with bank executives, establishing important relationships with key personnel. These would be areas of expertise. Let's say that as part of your uniqueness, or worth, you have great macro-vision, which is the ability to see the big picture. You also have an unusual ability to communicate which allows you to quickly initiate critical relationships with high-level executives. These abilities are part of your value proposition. It is your macro-vision and unusual ability to communicate that describe how you would fulfill a position as Treasurer.
Incorporating your value proposition in every aspect of your job search will set you apart and significantly improve your competitive stance in the job market. You will find your next job faster and be in position to receive a much stronger compensation package. It is critical to your success.
Copyright © 2005 TopDog Group All rights reserved. David Richter is a recognized authority in career coaching and job search support. He has spent many years in recruitment, staffing, outplacement, counseling psychology and career management spanning most industries and professions. David founded TopDog Group in response to the needs of job candidates to have a higher quality of career coaching and support available on the Internet. David understands the mechanisms for success. He has formulated specific strategies anyone can use to secure interviews and receive offers. His extensive knowledge and experience sets David apart in this field, allowing him to offer a wealth of information and a vast array of tools, resources and strategies not found anywhere else. He has shown countless job seekers how to differentiate themselves and leverage their potential to the highest possible level, making a real difference in their careers. David holds both a Bachelors and Masters degree in Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology. David's website address is: http://www.procareercoach.com
Hydrate to Lose Weight: Drinking Water & Its Relationship to Weight Loss
It all begins with water .... Water makes up 75% of the human body, so to say it is vital to health could be nothing short of an understatement. Drinking wate...
Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Depression - A Natural Treatment
The unpredictability of anti-depressant drugs has caused much concern for many years, with a large number of doctors and patients questioning their use, and rai...
Your Daily Struggle With Depression
If you have been diagnosed with depression or feel that you are dealing with depression on a daily basis, you may feel that depression is consuming your life.
Thinking About Investing? Think About This
When it comes to investing in the stock market a lot has been said and written. So much so that you would think everybody would know how to manage their money i...
Weight Loss With Ionamin: Gentle Plan, Mighty Results
You know you have will-power. You can change a diaper while on the phone with an important client and then fix a fabulous, healthy meal for your family and your...
Why Book Writers Need A Running Mate
By far, I have found that the lack of discipline is the biggest hindrance for most people, when it comes to writing a book of any kind. Although I urge you as a...
International Flower Delivery
As our global community continues to expand we often find ourselves with friends and families who live in countries outside of the U.S. In the past this caused ...
Andy Griffith Show Family Lessons
What can a old television sitcom show us about raising kids? Well, Andy Taylor sure knew some great ideas on raising a kid.
Online Poker and Shorthanded Tables
This article provides a brief synopsis of shorthanded online poker tables and their popularity. Also includes general strategy.
Welcoming Your Website Visitors
Are you warmly welcoming visitors to your web site, and inviting them in? Or are they being rebuffed by your lack of communication?
Is the Record Album Dead? Not by a Long Shot
The compact disc's arrival in 1982 seemed to signal the death of the long-play phonograph record, but twenty-three years later, it's still thriving...
The Cell Phone Store
The cell phone store gives you all the newst phones, reviews, faceplates, extras and lots more!
How To Clean the Spies In Your Computer?
Let's deal with the aspect of Manual Spy Bot Removal for some infamous spyware, malware out there...
Guide to Search Engine Optimization
Search Engine Optimization or SEO for short is modification done in the web site design, coding, content and/or structure of a web site in an effort to achieve ...
5 Useful Tips to Care for Your Plants While You are on Holidays
Five useful tips to best take care of your interior pot plants when you are away from your home for a long period of time...
What Determines PR Success?
When you get right down to it, you probably should expand your view of public relations with some serious planning early-on to do something about the behaviors ...
Visit Western Australia and Stay in Fremantle - Holiday & Short Term Accommodation
Holiday and short-term executive style accommodation in the Fremantle area available for rent, at affordable prices. These beautiful properties offer the comfor...
Contact Lenses are Easy to Get Online, As Long as You Know How, and You Choose the Right Brands
All about Contact Lenses
Relationship Problems Have Warning Signs
Families are made up of individuals; men, women, and children. Relationships are the most powerful influences on individuals. Depressed, angry or emotionally ...
A Maiden Trip
Author's experience in a new place different from his own culture and language.
Branding On The Web Is Like Mining For Fools Gold
I am sick and tired of marketing geeks touting the beauty of branding, brand building and just spouting branding in any context, especially when the term is use...
How to Stop Hair Pulling With Hypnosis
Stress caused by the day-to-day issues of home life and work can bring people to their breaking point. Many people struggle with the feeling of wanting to pull ...
How Can You Tell If The Sunglasses Are Baseball Sunglasses?
Baseball sunglasses, because you need maximum protection when you're playing baseball.
Why You Should Choose Debt Consolidation
Explaining why debt consolidation is the right option for certain situations.
|
Print this page