Survey: Job seekers should go back to basics

Most of Utah's industrial sectors were the major contributors to job growth, with two notable exceptions — government and leisure/hospitality. Professional and business services accounted for more than half of all Utah job growth, outpacing all other industries by adding 11,400 jobs over the past 12 months. The next highest growth sector was in financial activities, which added 2,600 new jobs.

While jobs are slowly becoming more plentiful, successfully navigating the application and interview process will take creativity, common sense and professionalism, hiring managers said.

"Extreme tactics aren't always the best way to stand out with hiring managers," said Robert Hosking, executive director of OfficeTeam. "Often, perfecting job-search basics can get you noticed. There is much to be said about showing up on time for interviews, dressing in professional attire and doing your homework."

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