Interviews are a chance for job seekers to prove that they are the cream of the crop.

Ultimately, the goal is to leave a lasting impression that will result in you waking up to an email reading, “You’re hired!”

Yet, it’s not always an easy journey to those introductory words as the job market is flooded with candidates looking to be hired. Ninety-six percent of workers are looking to secure a new job in 2023, according to data released on Monster.com. What’s more, 66% of workers believe finding a new job will be difficult.

“This is phenomenally high,” even when set against the record highs of the “great resignation,” Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster, said per CNBC.

Due to the fluctuating state of the economy, it is especially important to ensure that you stay sharp as you seek employment.

AfroTech spoke exclusively with Jade Walters, an employer brand specialist and the creator of the social platform The Ninth Semester, which focuses on Generation Z college students looking for entry-level positions. She talked about the best tips to increase your likelihood of being hired.

Jade Walters

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