It’s an honor to have been part of the recent “campus recruitment” team at HALLIBURTON, held recently in two nearby locations: UPN Jogjakarta and ITB Bandung.
Watching hundreds of individuals lining up for entrance tests reminded me of the process I underwent myself years ago as a job seeker. Now, I’ve had the opportunity to witness this process from the perspective of an “interviewer.”
Here are some insights I gathered along the way, summarized into key points:
As a job seeker:
1) Learn the art of storytelling.
In a time where everyone is bright and has incredible GPAs, in an era where information is easily obtained, what sets us apart is the ability to craft all this data into a compelling narrative.
We live in an era where it’s not just about analytical skills but also about the ability to tell a good story, enabling our narratives to resonate effectively.
2) Everyone has their place.
In the end, companies seek individuals who fit their corporate culture. Not being accepted by one company doesn’t necessarily imply incompetence. It might simply be that our profile doesn’t match the specific open position, and that’s perfectly normal. So, don’t be disheartened.
As a recruiter:
1. Beware of blind spots.
No single personality type can address all issues. I’ve encountered four individuals with entirely different characters, yet each of them excelled in their roles within the company in their unique ways.
Hence, to avoid “blind spots” in selecting the best candidates, it’s essential to have diverse perspectives among colleagues involved in the recruitment process to enrich assessments. This is where “diversity” becomes crucial for a team.
There are many more insights, but I’ll keep it for another time. Best of luck to all candidates.
I quoted Rumi’s words:
“Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart.”
