2022 has been a great year not only because many of the restrictions put in place in the years before due to COVID have been relaxed but also because most economies have opened up and jobs have been created.

Landing your first job can be such a pleasing experience, especially if it’s one you’ve always wanted. In some cases, it may be accidental or planned.

Either way, if you are looking to join the Salesforce movers club, a job in the platform is your entry point.

But getting started can be a challenge especially if you are new to the technology or new to the tech field. However, Salesforce have made it easy to secure a job in the platform with resources that can take you from armature to pro in just a few months.

How to land an entry-level job in Salesforce in 12 Simple Steps

Today, we will explore how to land an entry-level job in Salesforce in just a few simple steps.

Get your certification.

Getting your certification is important in any entry-level job, in this case, the Salesforce ecosystem. Certifications are proof that you have educational knowledge, technical understanding and a few skills here and there to help you get started in Salesforce.

You do need about 3 or 5 to make you stand out and increase your marketability but, hey, this is only an entry-level job.

Training.

As you begin, you need to gain knowledge and experience. Salesforce provides Trailhead, which is a fantastic free training tool. Gaining knowledge is combined with hands-on practice in your developer org.

This experience prepares you for a Salesforce position but is not enough to secure a job. Once you have spent time getting badges and practised individual principles, I recommend that you get a few Superbadges.

Experience.

Most potential employers require experience from a potential employee before giving them the job so that they know whether or not they are up for tasks.

Getting experience can be difficult but you just need to jump on opportunities as they come. You could also volunteer. Such would look good on your resume since it would show a willingness to learn.

The team.

Salesforce user groups are a great place to connect with fellow professionals. These groups are tight-knit communities that enjoy helping each other.

When positions open at companies, user group members will often refer friends from the community. It is a great place to get advice, find volunteer opportunities, and make friends. You can volunteer to speak or help with other group needs.

The more time you spend connected to your fellow Salesforce users, the more likely you are to find a position.

Personal branding.

Salesforce Director of Enablement Programs Paul Wilhoit describes a personal brand as simply: What People Say About You When You’re Not There.

How do people know you as? This is one important question you need to ask yourself and build your efforts towards getting the desired response from anyone who knows you in the Salesforce ecosystem. You better be sure that this person can recommend you by merit and not by a biased statement.

If you are not sure of the direction to take in order to shape your personal brand, you can ask a senior in the industry or even a friend for more guidance tips. Also, make sure you have got a positive presence on your socials, especially LinkedIn.

Do a proper job search.

When searching for a job, you want to be sure that you click away on one that best describes you and one that suits your skills and description. Read descriptions on posted jobs carefully so that you know what you are about to sign up for.

Get your documentation in order, prepare thoroughly and make sure to show up for the interview on time and be smartly dressed. When being interviewed, stay calm and do not get restless or overconfident as either may be an epic fail on your end.

Build your resume through internships.

One of the simple ways to learn how to land an entry-level job in Salesforce  ins through internships.

Internships are a great way to build your resume and get a little experience as well. They give you an insight into how reality will look like when you get a job and even then, you will not struggle as much due to acquired experience in the practice. Internships also help you get skills that you would otherwise get in your first job.

Speak with recruiters at job fairs.

It is important that you reach out to job recruiters and try to network with them so as to help you build connections for future opportunities.

Who knows?

One of them could be looking for someone to fill an urgent position in their company and you may just be the perfect pick. Learn to get out of your comfort zone. Unfortunately, this is not taught by professors back at school.

Emphasize your skills on your resume.

Many employers today are most concerned with whether candidates are capable of learning relevant skills.

Use your resume to show how you have developed key skills such as communication or collaboration in other positions, organizations or volunteer opportunities.

Make sure to include both soft and hard skills since both are equally important in the workforce of a Salesforce Beginner.

Post your resume to job sites.

You never know who is looking at your resume. This has the advantage of potential employers finding you easily and even referring or recommending you to a better place with a better opportunity.

You can even get guidance on how to improve the outlook of your resume to stand better chances in your job search journey.

Learn how to code.

Anyone can code – especially in the Salesforce industry. So many people from so many different backgrounds have succeeded. Plus, learning to code is easier than it has ever been!

You don’t even need to be a good developer. A hybrid admin/developer is extremely popular, especially for the smaller businesses that are more likely to hire newcomers.

Networking.

Attend networking events and let people know that you’re looking for an entry-level job and tell what exactly you’re looking for. Connect with people who work at a company on LinkedIn and see if you have any mutual connections.

You may even want to invite one of the employees you connect with to coffee to learn more about the company, get guidance or/and any openings available. Impress them by how thorough you are and they may be willing to vouch for you.

And just like that, you now understand how to land an entry-level job in Salesforce. Get your career going now.