I forgot to add.... if anyone out there is looking for a job online and has submitted their CV, I suggest you update it every 2 weeks AND also use "buzzwords" that might be relavent to you and the job you are looking for. Remembering that its a computer that reads your CV so it will look for the buzzwords and work it on a points system eg, the more buzzwords you have hit that its looking for, the higher it will be on the pile to get you the interview. To CHEAT this system you can leave a little space at the bottom of your CV and typing in a load of words you might think the computer might search for, highlight the list and change the colour of the list the WHITE. The computer cant determine the colour BUT will pick up the buzzwords. Also IF you get your interview, the company will already have your CV but dont worry, the buzzwords will obviously print in white/clear too!
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Originally posted by AThousandYoungGeneric resumes seldom work. Tailor it to the specific position you're seeking. Emphasize qualifications that correlate with your prospective
How do you show multiple, different jobs for the same employer? For example, here is an entry on my resume:
[b]Really Awesome School(Oct., 2007 – June, 2008)
Teacher’s Assistant. Assist teachers in 7th-8th grade Life Science, Math and Physical Science classes. Answer students’ questions, help with assignments, assist teacher with labs, gradin is information without adding two entirely new entries? I don't want to use up too much space.[/b]
employer's needs. Go with a simple, straightforward format (Header with phone numbers and addresses; Professional Experience; Other,
academic/related credentials). Make it flow. Nothing busy or worked at. One page max. Resume gets the interview. Interview gets the job.
As far as I'm concerned, two pages is fine but then flesh it out to fill at least half that second. I truly believe that you need to put more effort into a motivational letter that introduces yourself to the prospective employer, explaining why you think you are ideally suited for the position and highlighting your relevant experience in support of that claim.
There's your CV and then there's your application letter. One is factual and the other is your opinion of yourself.
Originally posted by buffalobillVery true, the cover letter is a whole new topic, almost the "begging" letter..... why the job should be yours, the reason why you are applying, why you will be "an integral part of the team" etc etc....
As far as I'm concerned, two pages is fine but then flesh it out to fill at least half that second. I truly believe that you need to put more effort into a motivational letter that introduces yourself to the prospective employer, explaining why you think you are ideally suited for the position and highlighting your relevant experience in support of that ...[text shortened]... en there's your application letter. One is factual and the other is your opinion of yourself.
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyAs a footnote, job applicant criteria for virtually all employers is the same: #1. Can he do it (competence)? 2. Will he fit (team, personality and
Generic resumes seldom work. Tailor it to the specific position you're seeking. Emphasize qualifications that correlate with your prospective
employer's needs. Go with a simple, straightforward format (Header with phone numbers and addresses; Professional Experience; Other,
academic/related credentials). Make it flow. Nothing busy or worked at. One page max. Resume gets the interview. Interview gets the job.
chemistry mesh)? 3. Will he stick (loyalty coefficient, i.e., job hopper negatives)? 4. Is he promotable (growth potential/bench depth planning)?
Originally posted by rmackenPlease put the snake back in the basket. You are grossly misleading RHP Members. Listen up. Your resume and pleading "begging letter"
Very true, the cover letter is a whole new topic, almost the "begging" letter..... why the job should be yours, the reason why you are applying, why you will be "an integral part of the team" etc etc....
represent an early sample of your likely work product, as well as your communications skills, consideration of others and signature of your
maturity. Flaw is in making it all about the applicant, rather than the company. Just a few sentences max,.. 'available, at your convenience'.
One page C.V's rule in this day and age.
A few months back two of us were given the task of sifting through
over 100 applications for a job were I work.
EVERYTHING more than one page was binned. Some of these bloody
things were like paper-back novels. They made a pleasant sounding
'thud' when hitting the waste bin.
The 'winner' came in an a4 semi-stiff envelope and included his
photograph.
The picture was taken of him in front of a bookcase which included
some interesting titles. (no chess books)
Catch 22 was one I recall. That picture told us more about him than
5 pages of woffle.
You have one page to sell yourself.
Good Luck.
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyClearly alot different over there as it is to the UK then?
Please put the snake back in the basket. You are grossly misleading RHP Members. Listen up. Your resume and pleading "begging letter"
represent an early sample of your likely work product, as well as your communications skills, consideration of others and signature of your
maturity. Flaw is in making it all about the applicant, rather than the company. Just a few sentences max,.. 'available, at your convenience'.
As far as grossly misleading..... I am more than qualified to offer what I know as far as the UK goes, after all, this is a global site is it not?