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EMPLOYEE
Cover Letter - Writing Tips
> Address the letter to the hiring manager or respective personnel
> Length should be kept not more than one page
> Letter should be typewritten and fonts used should be similar to your resume
> Be brief and straight to the point
> Use simple and direct language
> Highlight your relevant skills, accomplishments and achievements
> Communicate values - Hiring managers are interested in what you can be of value
to the company. Highlight good reasons for interviewing you.
Resume - Writing Tips
Writing your first resume can be a daunting experience. Following is a list of tips
in helping you write a good resume in an effective way.
> Be neat and tidy
> Use Microsoft Word to prepare your resume
> Include a recent photograph of yourself if possible
> Adapt your CV for the position you're applying to
> Use bullet points
> Use short punchy sentence
> Be brief and aim to keep your CV to two pages
> Expand on previous work experience
> Include your education, computer skills and hobbies
> Use value-added statements and action verb
> Always indicate your contact number and email address for the hiring personnel
to contact you
> Always indicate your availability and update your resume
> Don't bind your CV like a book
> Always use spell check to check on typo errors
> Use quality paper, white or cream
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for a sample of resume
HOW TO SUCCEED IN A JOB INTERVIEW - Interview Tips
DO & DON'T In A Interview
DO's
> Always confirm the date and time of the interview with the interviewer
> Be well rested
> Come prepared and do research about the industry, the company background and
the position, and prepared to ask questions which show your knowledge
> Dress professionally and well groom
> Arrive 10 minutes earlier for the interview
> Bring extra copies of your resume, reference lists and/or letters, and any
relevant work samples
> Maintain good posture
> Emphasize positive things about yourself
> Be courteous and greet the interviewer(s)
> Be honest about your background and experience
> Give specific examples to support your answer to interview questions
> Always thank your interviewer(s) for their time at the end of interview
> Send a thank you note
DON'T
> Bring a friend or relative with you
> Arrive late
> Wear excessive perfume or make-up
> Ask about the salary unless the interviewer(s) bring it up
> Look hesitant when asked difficult questions
> "Bad-mouth" your former employer or colleagues
Some Good Questions You May Ask
> Can you tell me about the competencies necessary to perform this job?
> How is performance reviewed and measured?
> How long do people usually stay in this job?
> Why did the last person leave this job?
> Could you explain your organizational structure to me?
> What are the company strengths and weaknesses as compared to competition?
> What are the major changes in industry, and how is the company responding?
EMPLOYER
CONDUCTING AN INTERVIEW
Preparing For An Interview
> Generate an initial list of questions to ask the interviewee
> Avoid questions that can be answered yes or no
> Avoid questions that can be answered from other sources such as reference books
or publications
> Make a list of that interest you about the perceptions of the person you are
interviewing
> Make a list of understandings, concepts, or attitudes you would like to find
out about
> Using the sentence stems from your draft of questions, generate a final list
of questions to be used in the interview
Examples of Behavior at the interviewing questions:
Source: http://www.cibc.com
To find out if the interviewee is an analytical/systematic thinker
"Tell me about a time when you had to analyze information and make a recommendation.
What was your reasoning? What kind of thinking process did you go through?"
To find out if the interviewee is adaptable
"Give me an example that would demonstarte your ability to adapt to a changing environment
such as a recent restructuring or job redundancy?"
To find out if the interviewee is service oriented
Describe a time where you have to deal with a difficult customer situation?
What did you do to satisfy the customer and how did you feel?"
To find out if the interviewee is a relationship-builder
"What in your opinion are the key ingredients in building and maintaining
a successful business relationship? Give me examples of how you have made these
work for you in your job"
To find out if the interviewee take initiative
Describe a situation in which you recognized a potential problem as an
opportunity. What will you do?"
To find out if the interviewee is result-priented
"Describe one of the most challenging assignments you've had? How did you
handle it? What are the problems that you encounter and how did you over-come them?"
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