Many times, job seekers make their first mistake by not properly completing the job application. Keep the following 12 tips in mind to effectively complete your next job application.
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How to Structure a Great Cover Letter
When you apply for a job using a résumé, your cover letter will likely be the first thing that a recruiter or hiring manager will see. One of the most important things to do is to keep the letter short and to the point. That’s not very much space to tell your whole story, but using the following structure can help you organize your thoughts and make you a more attractive candidate.
Rediscover Your True Self through Self-assessment
It’s never too late to take a self assessment and personality test. They offer questions about our likes, dislikes and needs. The answers can help us rediscover what we want to be as adults.
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How to Answer Four Common Job Application Sections
Most application questions are pretty straightforward, but there are a few boxes where your answers might make the difference between your application moving forward or getting tossed out. Below are some tips for how to navigate the trickier application sections.
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Résumé 101: Which Résumé Type Is Right for You?
There are three main types of résumés: chronological, functional and combination. While all contain the same basic elements, they play to different strengths and work experience. Use this advice to use each type in the right situation.
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Evaluate Your Needs and Expectations to Find the Right Career Path
Liking what you do for a living is important. But there’s a big difference between liking your job and having a career that fulfills you professionally and personally. You can definitely find a happy medium, though, by evaluating your personal needs and expectations before heading into a career path. Start with these steps to find a good balance between work and life.
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Interviewing 101: Questions to Ask the Employer
An interview isn’t just a chance for the employer to get to know you—it’s also a chance for you to get to know the company at which you’re applying. Coming to the interview with some questions prepared in advance demonstrates to the employer that you’re interested in becoming a contributing, integrated member of the team and organization.
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Your Job Search: Who to List as Employment References
If the job you’re applying for requests references, you shouldn’t leave that space blank. Any omission in your application could cause you to be passed by by employers. This article explores who and how to most effectively list references.
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Assess Your Computer Skills
Almost every workplace today requires employees to have some level of computer knowledge – from basic word processing on a PC to point-of-sale systems at retail stores and fast-food restaurants.If you lack computer experience or think you don’t have the right skill set to land your dream job, you’re not alone. The important thing is to find out what you already know and what you still need to learn.
Gain Experience from the Comfort of Your Own Screen
One of the most frustrating things about a job search is that even listings for entry-level positions require a certain amount of experience. How are you supposed to get experience if you can’t get a job? Fortunately, there are ways to gain experience, and even earn a little bit of money, using virtual tools.
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