A startup focuses on what you can do not what you have done: I can drive this metric for you which is why you should hire me...
I had the opportunity to
speak with a founder of a startup that connects students and recent graduates
with job opportunities at startup companies. I asked him about the kinds of
applications he sees and he had a very interesting answer. He explained to me
that students assume that the things fortune 500 looks for are exactly the same
as what a startup looks for. In the world of startups progress and growth is
the key focus. We need to grow into a sustainable business. We need to progress
to our goals. So why should I care about how much your GPA is? Why should I
care what clubs you were the president of? I’m not saying there’s something
wrong these things, it’s that startups look at this completely different.
On top of that, you might want to
take some time to see if startups are not for you…
The startup life isn’t for everyone…
But if you want to gain
experience that makes you a candidate… not just an applicant...
Then check out My Career City. The experts on staff help students and recent graduates find jobs in the fast-paced and rewarding world of start-up companies. Join today and see the great job opportunities they have available for someone just like you!
Then check out My Career City. The experts on staff help students and recent graduates find jobs in the fast-paced and rewarding world of start-up companies. Join today and see the great job opportunities they have available for someone just like you!
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