{"id":7698,"date":"2025-02-26T10:35:07","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T23:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/?p=7698"},"modified":"2025-02-26T10:35:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-25T23:35:07","slug":"job-hunting-why-the-70-rule-could-be-your-best-strategy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/job-hunting-why-the-70-rule-could-be-your-best-strategy\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Hunting? Why the 70% Rule Could Be Your Best Strategy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looking for a new job can be daunting, especially when faced with a long list of qualifications and experience requirements. It\u2019s easy to second-guess yourself, wondering if you\u2019re good enough or if you should wait for the perfect role. But here\u2019s something to consider\u2014what if you don\u2019t need to meet every single requirement to be the right candidate?<\/span><\/p>\n

At First People Recruitment Solutions we understand that skills, experience, and cultural knowledge are valuable in ways that job descriptions don\u2019t always capture. This is where the 70% rule comes in\u2014a powerful job-search strategy that encourages you to apply for roles where you meet at least 70% of the listed criteria.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why it works:<\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. Your Skills Are More Transferable Than You Think.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \u00a0Many of the capabilities you\u2019ve gained in past roles can be applied in different industries or positions. Leadership, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are highly sought-after skills that employers value beyond technical qualifications.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Employers Look for Potential, Not Just Perfection\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Hiring managers aren\u2019t just ticking off a checklist\u2014they want candidates who are eager to learn, grow, and bring fresh perspectives. If you can demonstrate a willingness to adapt and a commitment to professional development, you\u2019ll stand out.<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Job Descriptions Are Often a Wish List\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Employers typically describe an ideal candidate, but they rarely expect to find someone who meets every single criterion. If you wait for the \u201cperfect\u201d fit, you might miss out on a great opportunity that\u2019s well within your capability.<\/span><\/p>\n

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        1. Confidence Can Set You Apart\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Self-doubt holds many job seekers back from applying for roles they\u2019d thrive in. By recognising the value of your unique experiences\u2014especially as an Indigenous professional\u2014you can position yourself as a strong candidate who brings cultural awareness and lived experience to the workplace.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Your skills and perspectives are valuable, and the right employer will see that\u2014even if your experience isn\u2019t a perfect match on paper.<\/span><\/p>\n

          So next time you\u2019re debating whether to apply, ask yourself: Do I meet at least 70% of the criteria? Do I bring unique value to the role? If the answer is yes, take the leap!<\/span><\/p>\n

          Need guidance in your job search? We\u2019re here to help. Explore opportunities with us today.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Looking for a new job can be daunting, especially when faced with a long list of qualifications and experience requirements. It\u2019s easy to second-guess yourself, wondering if you\u2019re good enough or if you should wait for the perfect role. But here\u2019s something to consider\u2014what if you don\u2019t need to meet every single requirement to be… Read More »Job Hunting? Why the 70% Rule Could Be Your Best Strategy<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":7701,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[31,30],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7698","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blogs","category-news"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7698","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7698"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7698\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7702,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7698\/revisions\/7702"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media\/7701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7698"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7698"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fprs.com.au\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7698"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}