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Looking for a job? This is the top quality candidates should have according to millionaire and Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran

The Shark Tank investor reveals her surprising secret to hiring – and it has nothing to do with your experience or polished resume.

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Calum Roche
Sports-lover turned journalist, born and bred in Scotland, with a passion for football (soccer). He’s also a keen follower of NFL, NBA, golf and tennis, among others, and always has an eye on the latest in science, tech and current affairs. As Managing Editor at AS USA, uses background in operations and marketing to drive improvements for reader satisfaction.
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If you’re currently facing the competitive job market, you are likely one of those many candidates who focus on crafting the perfect resume, one that highlights your extensive experience and polished skills. However, real estate mogul and Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran suggests that employers might be looking for something else entirely.

What are employers looking for?

Drawing from her experience of hiring thousands of individuals, Corcoran shared a surprising insight in a recent Instagram video. She emphasized that while skills can be acquired, there’s one trait that stands out above all others when she’s making hiring decisions.

So, what is this elusive quality that Corcoran values more than a stacked resume? It’s attitude. She firmly believes that a positive attitude is indispensable.

“Always hire attitude over experience,” she says. According to Corcoran, while you can teach someone the necessary skills for a job, instilling a good attitude is a different ballgame.

For job seekers, this perspective offers a valuable lesson. While it’s essential to develop and showcase your skills, cultivating a positive and proactive attitude can set you apart in ways that experience alone might not. Employers like Corcoran are on the lookout for individuals who bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a can-do spirit to their teams.

In essence, while your resume provides a snapshot of your professional journey, it’s your attitude that can truly make a lasting impression. So, next time you’re preparing for an interview or updating your application materials, remember that demonstrating a positive attitude might just be the deal clincher that sets you apart from the others.

Get more advice from Corcoran.

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