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As a job seeker, your CV is what will determine whether or not you get invited for an interview. Meaning it is important to ensure your CV is well written and shows that you are the person the employer is looking for. So if you want to get interviews, there are things you need to include in your CV, no matter what position you are applying for. Here’s what you should always include in your CV 1. Your Contact Details This is an important part of your CV. You should never send your CV without including ways the employer can contact you in case they want to invite you for an interview. But that’s not all; you need to ensure that the contact details you put on your CV actually work. You do not want to miss out on an interview opportunity because you gave the wrong contact details or none at all. The details you need to put in the CV are your Name as they appear on your ID, Telephone Number (preferably 2) and your Email Address. 2. Profile Summary According to Rebecca Nya...

1. Practice and Prepare Review the typical job interview questions employers ask and practice your answers. Strong answers are those that are specific but concise, drawing on concrete examples that highlight your skills and back up your resume. Your answers should also emphasize the skills that are most important to the employer and relevant to the position. Be sure to review the job listing, make a list of the requirements, and match them to your experience. Note that even the most well-prepared response will fall short if it does not answer the exact question you are being asked. While it’s important to familiarize yourself with best answers, it’s equally important to listen carefully during your interview in order to ensure your responses give the interviewer the information they are looking for. Also, have a list of your own questions to ask the employer ready. In almost every interview, you’ll be asked if you have any questions for the interviewer. It is important to have at ...

CVs are an essential tool in your belt during the job search and application process – regardless of whether you are a school-leaver looking for your first job, or a seasoned professional looking for the next step in your career development, everyone should understand what makes a good resume. Your CV is usually the first point of contact that a potential employer will have with you, and so it is imperative that when writing your CV, it reflects your skills, experience and accomplishments in an easy-to-read and engaging format. It is surprising to note just how many job seekers don't recognise the difference between a good resume and a great resume – and this could be the deciding factor for you in securing an interview for your dream job. Tips on the format of writing a great resume (CV) -The length of your CV should be no more than 3-4 pages -It is designed to provide an overview of your skills, experience and achievements. -Always prioritise the points which most acc...

Here are the most common interview mistakes I see people make. 1. Arriving late   Since job candidates often have several interviews with different managers scheduled back to back, two things could happen when you show up late: In simplest terms, you shouldn’t be late to an interview. Ever. 2. Arriving too early On the flip side, arriving too early can also irritate a hiring manager, since it is equally disruptive to their schedule. 3. Not dressing appropriately We recently made some suggestions for what to wear to a job interview, but the importance of your appearance bears repeating: you need to dress the part. 4. Not bringing a resume In an ideal scenario, the hiring manager would be ready with your resume, but days are busy and not every interviewer is organized. 5. Being unprepared. Obvious lack of preparation is an opportunity crusher. And, lack of preparation usually becomes obvious quickly. 6. Having negative body language. If you never smile, have a l...

Preparing for a job interview can be an overwhelming task for many job seekers. I mean, where do you even start? How can you anticipate what questions the interviewers will ask? How do you answer questions? The anxiety of thinking about the job interview causes many candidates to panic and make one of the biggest mistakes a job seeker can make – that is ramble on and on. One great way to prevent this during your interview is to follow a structure of answering questions. One popular strategy to use is the  STAR  Technique: S ituation OR  T ask: Describe a situation you were in or a task that you were required to undertake that prepared you (is relevant) to tackle this problem. For instance, “In my old company, I was challenged with the task of _______ that had similar problems” A ction: Describe the action you took to solve the situation. R esults: Describe the outcome. And how you can bring what you learned to the company and their challenges. So now that ...

As a job seeker, your CV is what will determine whether or not you get invited for an interview. Meaning it is important to ensure your CV is well written and shows that you are the person the employer is looking for. So if you want to get interviews, there are things you need to include in your CV, no matter what position you are applying for. Here’s what you should always include in your CV 1. Your Contact Details This is an important part of your CV. You should never send your CV without including ways the employer can contact you in case they want to invite you for an interview. But that’s not all; you need to ensure that the contact details you put on your CV actually work. You do not want to miss out on an interview opportunity because you gave the wrong contact details or none at all. The details you need to put in the CV are your Name as they appear on your ID, Telephone Number (preferably 2) and your Email Address. 2. Profile Summary According to Rebecca Nya...

1. Practice and Prepare Review the typical job interview questions employers ask and practice your answers. Strong answers are those that are specific but concise, drawing on concrete examples that highlight your skills and back up your resume. Your answers should also emphasize the skills that are most important to the employer and relevant to the position. Be sure to review the job listing, make a list of the requirements, and match them to your experience. Note that even the most well-prepared response will fall short if it does not answer the exact question you are being asked. While it’s important to familiarize yourself with best answers, it’s equally important to listen carefully during your interview in order to ensure your responses give the interviewer the information they are looking for. Also, have a list of your own questions to ask the employer ready. In almost every interview, you’ll be asked if you have any questions for the interviewer. It is important to have at ...

Job Interview Tips 2019 | What Have You Learned in Your Last Job? In this question, the interviewer is not asking you to talk about your duties, responsibilities or achievements in your last job. Instead, they want to know in what ways you have developed professionally while working in your previous job. So, this is the right time to show, what skills made you successful in your previous job. The employer will certainly hire you if they realize that you have brilliant techniques in handling the particular position you are applying for. It’s important that you consider what the employer wants to hear, but make sure what you’re saying is the truth, but remember, if your previous roles were a bit of a nightmare and you were treated badly, this isn’t the time to start detailing about it. Note - General Tips:  - Remember, to answer this question, you must highlight one or more examples which are directly relevant to the role for which you are now applying.  - Think...

Want to ace your next interview and land that open job you’ve been seeking? Here are 20 tips to help you prepare. 1. Research the industry and company. An interviewer may ask how you perceive his company's position in its industry, who the firm's competitors are, what its competitive advantages are, and how it should best go forward. For this reason, avoid trying to thoroughly research a dozen different industries. Focus your job search on just a few industries instead. 2. Clarify your "selling points" and the reasons you want the job. Prepare to go into every interview with three to five key selling points in mind, such as what makes you the best candidate for the position. Have an example of each selling point prepared ("I have good communication skills. For example, I persuaded an entire group to ..."). And be prepared to tell the interviewer why you want that job – including what interests you about it, what rewards it offers that you find valuable...

This is also one of the most important and commonly asked question in any job interview. Interviewers always expect the candidates to be able to explain and demonstrate their past / current work experience in detail at interview. Describe them your job roles, responsibilities, about the company, and the tenure you worked in the past. Always try to remember what you have mentioned in the CV before you face the interview. Don't give a negative impression taking too much time on thinking about your joining date, old salaries etc. Answer the question immediately to throw a good impression on your interviewer.  Your answer should make it clear that you’re a strong performer in your current role and are now looking for a new opportunity to grow your professional career. Note - General Tips: - Mention the positivity about you past company or boss even if you did not enjoy the work or your role in the past.  - Be positive and focus on what you have learned from your past...

CVs are an essential tool in your belt during the job search and application process – regardless of whether you are a school-leaver looking for your first job, or a seasoned professional looking for the next step in your career development, everyone should understand what makes a good resume. Your CV is usually the first point of contact that a potential employer will have with you, and so it is imperative that when writing your CV, it reflects your skills, experience and accomplishments in an easy-to-read and engaging format. It is surprising to note just how many job seekers don't recognise the difference between a good resume and a great resume – and this could be the deciding factor for you in securing an interview for your dream job. Tips on the format of writing a great resume (CV) -The length of your CV should be no more than 3-4 pages -It is designed to provide an overview of your skills, experience and achievements. -Always prioritise the points which most acc...