Most recruiters who have many years of experience in the industry have interviewed and assessed hundreds of potential job candidates. And although each individual job candidate is different there are certain qualities that they all share.
1. The highest quality candidates all are PASSIONATE about their work. They love the type of work they have chosen and see it more as "play" or "fun" than as a mere job. Th
ese candidates are able to tell you why they enjoy their particular field and they share the reasons for loving their job with vigor and enthusiasm that is never seen in candidates who are simply looking for a 9 to 5 job to pay the bills.
2. The best candidates are always willing to LEARN from their mistakes. They don't have a problem admitting when they are wrong and are quick to learn how they can correct any errors they have made.
3. Good candidates always WORK SMART. The best candidates find smart solutions to problems facing them in their work and facing their firm. These candidates are able to come up with the best solutions for some of the most difficult problems.
4. Good candidates are always TEAM PLAYERS who are willing to work with a group of individuals for the common goal of improving the company.