Dear all,
I have quit my job 4 years ago for a genuine personal reason. I have completed my MBA through correspondence and have worked in administration and HR for 7 years. In the past year, I have been applying for jobs and attending interviews, but everything seems to be in vain. I am unsure if my career break or my age (33 now) is playing a vital role in this delay. I am finding it challenging to determine. I am afraid that I have started losing my confidence and I am eager to get back to my career. If I pursue some courses, would it help me in getting back on track? I really need some guidance. Please suggest.
From India, Bangalore
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I have quit my job 4 years ago for a genuine personal reason. I have completed my MBA through correspondence and have worked in administration and HR for 7 years. In the past year, I have been applying for jobs and attending interviews, but everything seems to be in vain. I am unsure if my career break or my age (33 now) is playing a vital role in this delay. I am finding it challenging to determine. I am afraid that I have started losing my confidence and I am eager to get back to my career. If I pursue some courses, would it help me in getting back on track? I really need some guidance. Please suggest.
From India, Bangalore
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You have a break of 4 years due to personal reasons. That is perfectly understandable. Your MBA is through correspondence, and that has lesser value in the job market.
What I could suggest is that you prepare for every interview with care - read up about the company and be well-informed about the role you can play as an HR person and how you can contribute towards the company's targets. Continuing your education in a particular field that will help is always good. Mainly do not lose your confidence. Try and analyze where you could have missed out in some company's interview and plug that gap. Surely you will get a good job. It is a matter of time.
Make your CV in a thoughtful manner and highlight your earlier achievements in a quantifiable manner - e.g., Due to my introducing ---- I could bring about savings to the tune of Rs1 lakh for the company. You have experience, and with preparation, I am sure that you will be able to present yourself as a candidate who can contribute towards the organizational growth. Best of luck.
From India, Pune
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3180What I could suggest is that you prepare for every interview with care - read up about the company and be well-informed about the role you can play as an HR person and how you can contribute towards the company's targets. Continuing your education in a particular field that will help is always good. Mainly do not lose your confidence. Try and analyze where you could have missed out in some company's interview and plug that gap. Surely you will get a good job. It is a matter of time.
Make your CV in a thoughtful manner and highlight your earlier achievements in a quantifiable manner - e.g., Due to my introducing ---- I could bring about savings to the tune of Rs1 lakh for the company. You have experience, and with preparation, I am sure that you will be able to present yourself as a candidate who can contribute towards the organizational growth. Best of luck.
From India, Pune
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Dear Friend,
Appearing for interviews is nothing but gaining more and more experience in facing such interviews - understanding the FAQs in the interview, and comprehending the employer's expectations towards the candidate, etc.
By encountering interviews, you should recall the answers you provided and assess whether they align with the employer's expectations. This process is straightforward. Always remember not to solely consider the employee's perspective; also, contemplate from the employer's viewpoint.
Many interviews fail due to the candidate's salary expectations. If you aim to secure the job, refrain from demanding a high salary. State your expectation once, followed by negotiable, which is crucial. Before discussing your salary, research the market rate for the specific position and assess if your profile matches it. Only then can you seize the job opportunity.
For instance, in the current scenario, the salary offered for a secretary job may range between Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 18,000. Base your response on industry standards rather than personal financial needs, as the job does not require specialized skills that would warrant a higher salary.
Furthermore, pursuing an MBA serves as a supportive tool, enhancing your on-the-job experiences. Holding an MBA is a professional qualification. During interviews, provide practical answers and showcase pragmatic thinking. Demonstrating this approach signifies achievement and confidence. Enhance your self-assurance by reading management books, thinking practically about people, and engaging with HR managers. Such interactions provide valuable insights and ideas.
As an HR Manager, I am here to assist and guide you through CiteHR. Feel free to reach out for any support or advice.
Good Luck.
From India, Madras
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Appearing for interviews is nothing but gaining more and more experience in facing such interviews - understanding the FAQs in the interview, and comprehending the employer's expectations towards the candidate, etc.
By encountering interviews, you should recall the answers you provided and assess whether they align with the employer's expectations. This process is straightforward. Always remember not to solely consider the employee's perspective; also, contemplate from the employer's viewpoint.
Many interviews fail due to the candidate's salary expectations. If you aim to secure the job, refrain from demanding a high salary. State your expectation once, followed by negotiable, which is crucial. Before discussing your salary, research the market rate for the specific position and assess if your profile matches it. Only then can you seize the job opportunity.
For instance, in the current scenario, the salary offered for a secretary job may range between Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 18,000. Base your response on industry standards rather than personal financial needs, as the job does not require specialized skills that would warrant a higher salary.
Furthermore, pursuing an MBA serves as a supportive tool, enhancing your on-the-job experiences. Holding an MBA is a professional qualification. During interviews, provide practical answers and showcase pragmatic thinking. Demonstrating this approach signifies achievement and confidence. Enhance your self-assurance by reading management books, thinking practically about people, and engaging with HR managers. Such interactions provide valuable insights and ideas.
As an HR Manager, I am here to assist and guide you through CiteHR. Feel free to reach out for any support or advice.
Good Luck.
From India, Madras
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Hello,
Do not lose hope or confidence. Age is no bar for a right candidate. But you have to prove yourself as a "right" candidate, right? So before each interview, prepare thoroughly. About the company, yes. But more about the strengths of yourself. You have attended many interviews. So think about the pattern and carefully choose your answers.
In the meantime, read a lot; not only about management but whatever interests you. Join short-term courses or online courses, if possible. They do not provide much credit in the job market but offer valuable knowledge, which always brings confidence. Pay attention to your weak points as well. Present yourself in a more positive light.
Wish you the best.
From India, Chennai
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Do not lose hope or confidence. Age is no bar for a right candidate. But you have to prove yourself as a "right" candidate, right? So before each interview, prepare thoroughly. About the company, yes. But more about the strengths of yourself. You have attended many interviews. So think about the pattern and carefully choose your answers.
In the meantime, read a lot; not only about management but whatever interests you. Join short-term courses or online courses, if possible. They do not provide much credit in the job market but offer valuable knowledge, which always brings confidence. Pay attention to your weak points as well. Present yourself in a more positive light.
Wish you the best.
From India, Chennai
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can you relocate to manufactring in himachal?pl send cv so that i can look at it to see if any thing can be done
From India, Hyderabad
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From India, Hyderabad
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Well, I do not agree with it, but yes, in some contexts, Mr. Nathrao is right that correspondence education has less value in the market today, and it is really unfortunate, I would say.
But time is changing, and we can now say it is not true because if it were, the universities and institutes that provide correspondence education would not exist today. Why are lakhs of students enrolling themselves for correspondence education and getting served every year if it has less value in the market?
However, it is true that people are still not accepting it, and the market, unfortunately, does not show confidence in candidates because of CorEd.
People who are working, gaining practical knowledge and experience, and have completed their education through an option like "Correspondence Education" are more successful in the market today because of their maturity and better understanding of their functions rather than regular students.
I personally know many people in big companies/MNCs who hold high positions and have completed their education through correspondence education. Some of them work in the HR department, and others are in Sales & Marketing.
Many of them are members of Cite too.
And Prs. Dharshini, I believe you are facing problems due to your career gap, which is quite obvious. Recruiters lack confidence in you because you have not been able to demonstrate your spark with updated knowledge, high interest, and confidence.
Age is another factor, but this can be handled with the aforementioned skills. Every recruiter seeks an experienced, knowledgeable, and mature individual who can not only manage the work efficiently and timely but also do so with maturity and accurate professionalism to be an asset.
Regarding you, Mr./Ms./Mrs. Prs. Dharshini, you can pursue relevant courses to upgrade your knowledge and skills, which will boost your morale and confidence, crucial for you. You are not alone in facing these difficulties; many others experience challenges related to career gaps and age factors.
Do not lose heart if you do not receive a positive response from recruiters. Accept it, move on, face opportunities, and seize them.
Be positive, be active, and be smart today.
From India, Gurgaon
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But time is changing, and we can now say it is not true because if it were, the universities and institutes that provide correspondence education would not exist today. Why are lakhs of students enrolling themselves for correspondence education and getting served every year if it has less value in the market?
However, it is true that people are still not accepting it, and the market, unfortunately, does not show confidence in candidates because of CorEd.
People who are working, gaining practical knowledge and experience, and have completed their education through an option like "Correspondence Education" are more successful in the market today because of their maturity and better understanding of their functions rather than regular students.
I personally know many people in big companies/MNCs who hold high positions and have completed their education through correspondence education. Some of them work in the HR department, and others are in Sales & Marketing.
Many of them are members of Cite too.
And Prs. Dharshini, I believe you are facing problems due to your career gap, which is quite obvious. Recruiters lack confidence in you because you have not been able to demonstrate your spark with updated knowledge, high interest, and confidence.
Age is another factor, but this can be handled with the aforementioned skills. Every recruiter seeks an experienced, knowledgeable, and mature individual who can not only manage the work efficiently and timely but also do so with maturity and accurate professionalism to be an asset.
Regarding you, Mr./Ms./Mrs. Prs. Dharshini, you can pursue relevant courses to upgrade your knowledge and skills, which will boost your morale and confidence, crucial for you. You are not alone in facing these difficulties; many others experience challenges related to career gaps and age factors.
Do not lose heart if you do not receive a positive response from recruiters. Accept it, move on, face opportunities, and seize them.
Be positive, be active, and be smart today.
From India, Gurgaon
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Thank you, friends, for bringing back my confidence. I do agree that I know people who are doing great with a correspondence degree. However, I think my career gap is playing a vital role.
I have a small question: what would be the better course that can be taken?
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Priya
From India, Bangalore
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I have a small question: what would be the better course that can be taken?
Regards,
Priya
From India, Bangalore
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Dear Friend….
I suggest you to go and find some strong references for you despite of wasting time on giving interview. Why I am saying it because you have got a gap of 4 years and your degree is with correspondence which has lesser value in job market. Now a days HR recruiter are following strict compliance in recruitment process and gap considered to be weak point. So the best possible thing you can do is to ask your friends, & relatives to help you out in getting good job. Courses and further study would go in vain because of your age factor, you are 33 years old now and by studying some courses you will lost your time and money. You can update yourself by reading lots of stuff on your subject via internet and forums like this…
Have a nice time brother and hope you will not feel bad of me.
Regards,
KHURRAM
From Pakistan, Karachi
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I suggest you to go and find some strong references for you despite of wasting time on giving interview. Why I am saying it because you have got a gap of 4 years and your degree is with correspondence which has lesser value in job market. Now a days HR recruiter are following strict compliance in recruitment process and gap considered to be weak point. So the best possible thing you can do is to ask your friends, & relatives to help you out in getting good job. Courses and further study would go in vain because of your age factor, you are 33 years old now and by studying some courses you will lost your time and money. You can update yourself by reading lots of stuff on your subject via internet and forums like this…
Have a nice time brother and hope you will not feel bad of me.
Regards,
KHURRAM
From Pakistan, Karachi
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