Jun 15, 2001 08:56 PM
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Once you have looked through the local paper and found the job that you have always wanted, the next step to landing the prized position is the dreaded C.V.
Most prospective employers today will not consider you for an interview without first having a good look at your history. As it is usually the first bit of contact that you potential new boss will have with you, it is very important
to create the right impression first time. By following this advice you should not have a problem giving the correct
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1.Check the advert to find out the closing date for applications and ensure that you get your C.V. there before this date. It may sound obvious but never think ''I'll do it tomorrow'' because that may be too late.
2.Whenever possible type your C.V. Make it as easy to read as possible. The employer probably has dozens to read and will not waste his time trying to decipher any illegible ones. When you send your C.V. in, include a hand-written covering letter. In this letter state which job you are applying for and where you saw the advert. Make the letter short and end it by saying 'I look forward to hearing from you soon' or something similar.
3.Do not make your C.V too long. Two pages should be the maximum. With many more to look at, the employer will be put off at having to read war and peace only to find that you do not have the relevant qualifications. The first page of the C.V. should include your personal details, i.e. name, age, address, education, and hobbies etc. The second page should list your employment history, stating the dates that you were employed; who you worked for and what your duties involved. Again do not go on and on, keep it short and sweet.
4.Keep a note of the date and the name of the person to whom you sent the C.V. You may well be thinking that they have not replied when you only posted it four days ago.
5.Do not be surprised if they do not reply. In today's fast moving world, big employers are not worried that you may be sitting by the letter box waiting for the postman every morning. If they are not willing to give you an interview chances are that they wont tell you. This is very annoying but you will get used to it.
6.Always have copies of your C.V. ready to send. There is nothing more annoying than not being able to get fresh ones printed off when you know that you are perfect for the job. If you are unemployed it may pay to keep one with you at all times as you never know when you will find a job available or who you may bump into.
7.Do not just apply for one job at a time. Apply for as many as you feel suitable for. It is much nicer to have to decide between two different jobs than have to take anything that is offered. You never know, one company may offer you a higher salary as an incentive to make you join them.
