The One Trait Hiring Mangers Seek Most

Think it's a technical skill? Think again.  If you're looking for a job and wondering how to stand out in a sea of applicants, being boring is unproductive. In a recent survey, 76% of hiring managers believe that being interesting is an important component of hiring decisions, with 22% believing that being interesting is very important.

The survey also found that being well-read and well-informed were among the top traits of interesting people, ranking higher than being well-educated, curious, or innovative. If you’re looking for a new job, or if you’re interested in expanding your career, this data suggests that reading more is the perfect place to start.

There are four ways to leverage your unique traits and experiences during the job search process.

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