Ever wonder why some people (managers) are easier to get along and better to work with? Why some people have positive energy and encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and make you look forward to going back to the office the next day?
In a similar context, companies are made up of people which is a direct reflection of their culture, their personality, values, beliefs, assumptions, interests, experience, upbringing and habits. In most cases those people are the founders, executives and managers who have the most influence on the companies strategic direction.
RESEARCHING THE COMPANY CULTURE SHOULD BE YOUR FIRST PRIORITY WHEN LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT CAREER MOVE.
Cultural fit is not only an important consideration for you but employers are also judging interviewees on their ‘cultural fit’. You can have all the right qualifications for the role but if you don’t gel well with the organization and their team, this will not be a successful relationship. So here are some useful tips to help you find the right culture and turn the tables. It’s all about learning how to find the job you love.
Identify your requirements
The first step in building a successful professional relationships is to first list down what matters most to you on your next role. This is probably also the most difficult part of the process, self-assessment. For example, is it work-life balance, professional development, comp&ben, five-star health insurance, company values, time off, …
Begin search
Search for companies that are known for the qualities that match, if not all, but most of your key criterias. Create your top 10 target list and dig deeper by connecting with people who work in those companies. Make this a research project for yourself. Perhaps you might find someone you know who works there and can give you an honest unbiased advice.
Double benefit
Your employee research and relationship building (above) could also pay dividends in a form of an ’employee referral’. Did you know you are 10 times more likely to be considered for a role if an employee refers you? This is why employee research is an important step of this process to gain valuable insights into the company culture and their hiring process.
Company website
Once you atleast have your top 10 companies list, start by visiting the company websites. Many organizations have started investing in ‘employer branding‘ to provide candidates with a better understand of what it is really like to work there. Search for company videos, employee testimonials, company’s mission and social media accounts. All of these things will help you better understand if this company is a cultural fit for you.
Google news alert
Weather you are researching your target company or preparing for an interview, Google New Alert is a great way to stay on top of your research. You can easily create your company alert simple by adding the full company name. This is also a very powerful tool when preparing for your interview. The more you know about the company the more chances you have in standing out.
Interview preparation
The interview process is a two way street. Just as the company is evaluating you, your skills and culture fit for the role, it’s is also your right to ask questions during the interview process to get a better understanding of the role and reporting structure. Here are a few cultural questions you can add to your ‘interviewer questionnaire’.
If you could describe your corporate culture in three words, what would you say and why?
What’s one thing that’s integral to this company’s success that an outsider wouldn’t know about?
How do I get access to the information I need to be successful in this job?
What kinds of people are successful here? What kinds of people have either fizzled out, failed, or left?
How does the company recognize employee accomplishments?
READY FOR YOUR NEXT INTERVIEW?
Job interviews can be nerve wrecking. You don’t know who you are going to meet and what questions are going to be asked. Plus you only get ONE chance.
Surroundings
Just by observing your surrounding during the entire interview process will give you valuable information about the company’s culture and what you could expect after joining. Ask yourself questions like how the receptionist is treated by colleagues, furnishings, pictures, workspace personalizations, …
Final thoughts
After returning from the interview or after getting in your car, begin your interview assessment process. Ask yourself questions about the entire experience. Where there any reschedules? Where the interviewers prepared? Was the hiring manager prepared? Did the hiring manager answer your questions correctly? Are your expectations aligned or was there resistance?
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Continue ReadingAttending the Virtual Emiratisation Career Fair is more than just browsing job opportunities online — it’s your chance to directly connect with leading employers, explore career openings, and interact with recruitment advisors from anywhere in the UAE.
To help you make the most of your experience, we’ve prepared a quick booth navigation tutorial that walks you through everything you can do inside the virtual exhibition platform.
Watch the Booth Tutorial Video
Step 1: Login to the Virtual Career Fair PlatformStart by logging into the platform using your registered account details.
Once inside, you’ll gain access to all participating employer booths, live advisors, career resources, and job opportunities available during the event.
Step 2: Explore Participating Employer BoothsTo view all employers participating in the event, simply click on the “Booths” button located at the top right corner of the platform.
From there, you can browse the virtual exhibition hall and enter any employer booth that interests you.
Each booth has been customized by the employer to showcase their company, career opportunities, media content, and recruitment advisors.
Step 3: Connect with Booth AdvisorsAs soon as you enter a booth, you will notice the booth advisors displayed on the right-hand panel.
These advisors are available to answer your questions, discuss opportunities, and guide you through the recruitment process.
Under each advisor’s name, you will see options to:
- Send a text message
- Start a live video call (if the advisor is available online)
Advisor Status Indicators
The colored circle around each advisor’s profile picture shows their availability:
- Green Circle = Advisor is online and available
- Red Circle = Advisor is currently on another call
We encourage candidates to actively engage with advisors and ask relevant career-related questions during the event.
Step 4: Explore Booth Features & Career ResourcesEach employer booth includes multiple interactive icons located on the top left section of the booth.
These sections may include:
- Company information
- Downloadable brochures and documents
- Corporate videos
- Image galleries
- Current job vacancies
- Career opportunities
To explore available vacancies, simply click on the Arrow icon to view the employer’s jobs.
Step 5: Share Your CV Directly with EmployersOne of the most powerful features of the platform is the ability to directly communicate with employers.
You can share your CV by clicking on the message icon and uploading your document directly through the chat window.
This allows recruiters and advisors to review your profile instantly during the event.
Before uploading your CV, make sure it is updated and professionally formatted.
Step 6: Click on Booth Posters for More InformationWhile exploring employer booths, you can also click on any posters or visual banners displayed inside the booth.
This will enlarge the content and allow you to read the full details more clearly, including company initiatives, hiring campaigns, graduate programs, and other important announcements.
Make the Most of Your Virtual Career Fair Experience
The Virtual Emiratisation Career Fair has been designed to create meaningful connections between UAE National talent and leading employers across multiple industries.
We encourage you to:
Visit multiple booths
Engage with advisors
Apply for relevant opportunities
Ask questions confidently
Share your CV with recruiters
Explore all available employer resources
The more active you are during the event, the greater your chances of creating valuable career opportunities.
We wish you the very best in your career journey and hope you have a successful experience at the Virtual Emiratisation Career Fair.
