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2nd of 6 Mistakes Candidates Make During NYPD Hiring Process…
Kevin Sheerin and his experienced legal team are here to provide aspiring law enforcement professionals with the insights and strategies needed to succeed in fulfilling their dreams of becoming an NYPD Police Officer. Kevin has more than 21 years of experience helping candidates navigate the challenges of the NYPD hiring process. This post will enlighten you about the second of many mistakes made during the application process and how you can avoid this mistake. If you are in the process of applying to the NYPD or are planning to apply, then this post is a must read, as these missteps can delay your progress, jeopardize your candidacy or even lead to disqualification. However, with the proper preparation and mindset you can overcome these challenges and stay on track in order to achieve your goal.
Mistake Number Two: Poor preparation for the psychological evaluation. Another crucial mistake Candidates make is failing to properly prepare for the psychological evaluation. This is a critical step in the hiring process designed to assess your emotional and mental fitness for the demands of the job. Many candidates assume they can wing it, but that is a huge mistake. Here are a few of the common pitfalls – providing inconsistent answers on the written exam, not understanding how to approach open ended questions during the oral evaluation, overthinking or trying to give the right answers instead of being authentic. Preparation is crucial. Make sure you understand the purpose of the exam and take it seriously. If you have already taken the exam and feel it did not go well, do not panic. Disqualifications can often be successfully appealed with the right support.
The 6 biggest mistakes NYPD candidates make during the application process are: 1- Not being honest on your application, 2- Poor preparation for the psychological evaluation, 3- Ignoring financial or legal issues, 4- Lack of preparation (ie: not doing your homework) before the oral psychological interview, 5- Missing deadlines or failing to follow instructions, and 6- Not seeking help when needed.
These missteps can keep you from fulfilling your dream of becoming an NYPD officer. If you have already made some of these mistakes DO NOT PANIC. There are steps you can take to recover. If you need guidance in any part of the process from preparing for evaluations to appealing a disqualification, Kevin is here to help. Feel free to reach out to Kevin or visit his website for additional resources.
You should also check out Kevin’s website for more in depth information about the other 5 common mistakes Candidates make during the NYPD Hiring Process.
Tune in to Kevin’s New York civil service law attorney podcast for further tips, guidance and information about the NYPD Hiring Process. And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find his episodes helpful. Remember, stay focused, stay prepared and never give up on your dreams.
If you failed your NYPD Psychological Evaluation or have been disqualified for any reason and would like to schedule a free consultation, feel free to contact Kevin Sheerin at 516.248.0040.
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-2nd of 6 Mistakes Candidates Make During NYPD Hiring Process
