We all know that first impressions count,
in this case, impressing your potential
future employer is of the utmost
importance.
Often, people apply for a position, without
updating their CV or giving the process
much thought. Mistake! This is (basically)
the reason you are still unemployed,
friend.
You’re your own worst enemy.
Follow these 10 points and be sure to get
a call-back, and soon...
1. According to bbc.com, potential
employers can easily discern between a
generic CV and one that comes with great
effort. So make sure you constantly edit
and update your CV according to the job
and department/company you are
applying for.
2. Keep your CV concise with just enough
of the important information. Keep it to
two pages.
3. Always, but always include a cover letter
to give potential employers a sense of who
you are and how you would fit into their
work environment and company culture.
Then remember to tailor this letter each
and every time you apply for a new job,
says The Guardian.
4. Don’t forget the basics: personal contact
details, education, qualification, experience
and references. Sometimes, it’s all in the
details.
5. Every potential employer would prefer a
presentable, neat and professional CV
according to the National careers service.
There are different formats to choose
from, but we say simple is always the best.
And please, don’t go too colourful. Oh, and
don’t ever apply using a selfie as your ID
picture.
6. Double check before you press send,
eliminate any spelling or grammatical
errors. That is the main sign of
professionalism. Get. It. Right.
7. The Guardian stresses that one should
understand the job description clearly
before applying. Clearly present your skills
that match the requirements, and fill in the
blanks with related and transferrable skills
while upholding your honesty and
integrity.
8. Include interests that are useful for the
job in active language, for example: "I
enjoy working in a team/ have excellent
leadership skills" - and rather leave out
irrelevant hobbies.
9. Make sure you are qualified for the job.
Jobs.ac.uk noted that before you send out
your CV, you should make sure it matches
your interests, qualifications and skills.
Otherwise, it’s just a big waste of time for
everyone involved.
10. Always keep a compressed copy of
your CV says studentbeans.com: some
recruiters will ask for a shorter and more
summarised version. Therefore, take your
most important information and get
straight to the point, keeping to one page.
- Women24

Nice write up.....