Construction is a competitive industry, and it’s important to differentiate yourself from the competition as soon as possible. This is especially true if you offer the same skills and services as other competitors.

But how can you stand apart from the crowd when you’re applying for a contractor position? Here are three tips to help you highlight your skills and differentiate yourself from the competition.

1. 1. Have your contractors license ahead of time. It’s important to have a contractors license before you even begin working on a project. While it may be tempting to apply for jobs before you’ve taken your license exam, it’s actually better to obtain your license first. Having your license already tells your employer that you can work immediately instead of waiting for your exam results to come back.
   2. Invest in a dual license. When you’re getting into contracting, your first thought may be to only apply for one license exam. However, you actually increase your chances of getting hired and increase your range of job opportunities when you consider Arizona contractor dual licensing. What’s more, when you have a dual license, your employer may be more likely to contact you again for another project after the one you work on is completed.
   3. Focus on a narrow niche. While a dual license is great for opening the door to a wider range of job opportunities, you can also increase your chances of getting hired for a contracting job by narrowing your niche. If you already have your contractors license, consider working on a few projects you’re especially skilled in. When you narrow down your niche, you also narrow down the competition and you’re more likely to stand out with what you do and how you do it. Just be sure that when you do these projects you’re giving them your all. The last thing you want is to apply for a contracting position while having a bad reputation.

Are you in need of contractors license exam prep?

It’s no secret there’s a high demand for contractors. In fact, in 2017, up to 75% of Arizona contractors said it was challenging to fill construction vacancies.

If you’re looking to become a contractor yourself and you need contractors license exam prep to ace your license exam, the Contractors Exam Center is the place for you. To learn more about our Arizona contractor license exam preparation or our Nevada contractors license school, contact the Contractors Exam Center today.