Data Triangulation

Data Triangulation combines multiple sources, perspectives, and/or research onto a specific goal or
project. Benefit from this concept by linking multiple pieces of data to support one conclusion: you
are the right candidate for the position.

Claiming to be the right choice for an accounting position and presenting a well-written,
achievement-centered resume is a great start to surpassing candidates with unimpressive resumes.
Unfortunately, there is a chance your competition may have hired professional help and could thereby
have a better “looking” resume.

Triangulation, like a strategized battle, descends on the goal from multiple fronts; far more effective
than a single-layer measurement. According to recent studies, hiring managers and executives prefer
data triangulation when predicting employee performance. Knowledge can work in your favor.

For example, graduation statistics suggest a majority of the recently matriculated have finance
degrees. Competition is fierce. Your competition shows up to an interview with a diploma and his 4.0
grade point average. You, however, the savvy competitor, show up with:

Your diploma and grade point average.

A letter of recommendation from the financial advisor with whom you interned last
summer, confirming your knowledge and work ethic.

A chart showing the actual growth of the stock portfolio you developed either as a class
project or that you managed for clients.

Who do you think will stand out in the interviewer’s mind?

What makes you the right person for the job is more than a single element. Bringing yet another
truisim to the forefront: the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. By tapping multiple sources of
information to document your skills, experience, and knowledge, you become a top contender.