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How do you get a job in the United States?\nWhat do employers want and expect?\nToday, Lindsay and Kristy talk about 3 things an employer in the U.S. might look for in a job candidate!\n\xa0\nTaking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video training course now\n\xa0\nIf you\u2019re\xa0applying for a job, it\u2019s important to know what your potential employer\xa0is looking for.\xa0Like any other country, the U.S. has a professional culture which places more value on some individual qualities than others.\xa0These qualities may be very different from what employers look for in your home country!\n\xa0\nSome qualities American employers\xa0seek in employees:\n\nProactive attitude: Show that you are autonomous and energetic \u2013 the opposite of passive.\xa0It means to show up early, confirm the time you will meet, and say thank you.\n\nPositive attitude: Americans like smiles.\xa0But it\u2019s also important that you get along with others and not be pessimistic.\n\nCommunication:\xa0When you\xa0actively communicate it shows you are engaged.\xa0A big part of this is simply that you let the boss know what is going on.\n\nBe a \u201cGiver\u201d: Show that you believe in the vision of the company and are personally invested in its success.\xa0In other words, it\u2019s more than a job to you.\n\n\xa0\nAre these the same traits that employers look for in your country?\nDo you have them?\nLet us know in the comments section below!\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices