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THE AVOIDABLE MISTAKES YOU'VE BEEN MAKING IN YOUR JOB SEARCH.
So you've been searching for a job for a while now and you've sent out tons of applications, you've sent out your CV countless times, but, you still haven't been invited for an interview?!
I know why. It's a thread
So you've been searching for a job for a while now and you've sent out tons of applications, you've sent out your CV countless times, but, you still haven't been invited for an interview?!
I know why. It's a thread
This thread is truthful, it holds back nothing, so it may hurt you a little, but he rest assured that when you follow what I'm about to share with you, your job search will not remain the same again.
The mistakes shared here are visible, you stare at it every time you apply for a job, but, you don't see it because of these reasons;
1. You're not serious.
If you're not serious with your job search, you won't see the mistakes in your job application process
1. You're not serious.
If you're not serious with your job search, you won't see the mistakes in your job application process
2. You're nervous.
This is a thing. You're not noticing the mistakes in your application process because you're nervous when you apply for jobs online, so you rush the entire thing and end up making loads of mistakes.
I understand, it could be the frustration.
This is a thing. You're not noticing the mistakes in your application process because you're nervous when you apply for jobs online, so you rush the entire thing and end up making loads of mistakes.
I understand, it could be the frustration.
Now, what are those mistakes you've been making;
1. Your CV title.
You're not getting called for interview because, when you send your CV to the recruiter, you give it a meaningless title. A meaningless title like; "My CV"
1. Your CV title.
You're not getting called for interview because, when you send your CV to the recruiter, you give it a meaningless title. A meaningless title like; "My CV"
Yes, it's "your CV" but, you're not supposed to title it "My CV".
Think about it, the recruiter recruiter has tons of CVs to check, do you seriously think the recruiter will check a CV titled "My CV" ? Huh ? Do you seriously think so ?
Think about it, the recruiter recruiter has tons of CVs to check, do you seriously think the recruiter will check a CV titled "My CV" ? Huh ? Do you seriously think so ?
Here's what to do:
The title of your CV should be your name.
Something like this;
Adekunle_Hassan_CV
If you're asked to include cover letter too, it should be;
Adekunle_Hassan_Cover letter.
The title of your CV should be your name.
Something like this;
Adekunle_Hassan_CV
If you're asked to include cover letter too, it should be;
Adekunle_Hassan_Cover letter.
Note this now and never forget it, because if you keep sending out your CV with the title "My CV" like @SheunAdeola says; "you're not a serious person"
Another mistake you've been making is this;
2. A terrible CV.
Even if you've titled your CV properly, if it's terribly written, you won't get called for that interview!
I know the question you're about to ask, what makes a CV terrible ? Here are a few things;
2. A terrible CV.
Even if you've titled your CV properly, if it's terribly written, you won't get called for that interview!
I know the question you're about to ask, what makes a CV terrible ? Here are a few things;
The layout of the CV - if your CV is poorly arranged or looks shabby, it's terrible.
If your CV contains irrelevant information like D.O.B, nationality, marital status etc (unless the recruiter asks for those details) - it's terrible.
If your CV contains irrelevant information like D.O.B, nationality, marital status etc (unless the recruiter asks for those details) - it's terrible.
If your CV lacks the relevant keywords, such that it can't get past ATS, Applicant Tracking System - it's terrible.
(I'll explain about the ATS later this week).
Take a look at your CV, if it's terrible, you won't get invited for the interview!
(I'll explain about the ATS later this week).
Take a look at your CV, if it's terrible, you won't get invited for the interview!
Here's another mistake;
3. The entire application mail.
This is another broad part. It's starts with your very own email address, if it looks unofficial, it puts the recruiter off. Here's what I mean; does your email look like this;
Prettyfunmi@gmail.com ?
3. The entire application mail.
This is another broad part. It's starts with your very own email address, if it looks unofficial, it puts the recruiter off. Here's what I mean; does your email look like this;
Prettyfunmi@gmail.com ?
Or roughryderkunle@yahoo.com ? Or something similar ?
That's terrible. Your email must contain your official name. Something like this;
Adekunlehassan@gmail.com.
Only then can the recruiter take you seriously.
That's terrible. Your email must contain your official name. Something like this;
Adekunlehassan@gmail.com.
Only then can the recruiter take you seriously.
Another part the application mail is the subject of the mail.
It's sad when I see some job seekers leave this part blank or with unnecessary information.
It's actually simple, most job adverts will tell you what to use as the subject and most times, it's the job title.
It's sad when I see some job seekers leave this part blank or with unnecessary information.
It's actually simple, most job adverts will tell you what to use as the subject and most times, it's the job title.
If you find yourself in a case where the job advert doesn't state so, just use the job title still!
Don't leave it blank or with silly stories!
You know what else people leave blank in their application mail ? The body of the email!!!
Don't leave it blank or with silly stories!
You know what else people leave blank in their application mail ? The body of the email!!!
You should never ever leave the body of the mail empty! Always make sure your write a few words, but not just "any few words", not the usual "please find my CV attached" ewwwwwww! Don't do so, here's a free template (I'm nice, I know)
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âDear, (add the name of the firm or the HR) or simply say; Dear HR, my name is Adekunle Hassan, I recently found out that your firm needs (add the required skills from the job advert) to fill up the role of (add the role you're applying for). I find it pleasing that I fit the...
... perfect description of the person you need. With over (add the number of years of experience you have) in (add the sector e.g marketing), I have (add the skills again), my CV and cover letter attached to this mail explains how I've gained those skills and how I've performed..
... excellently in similar roles.
I am looking forward to the chance to explain in details, how I hope to help your organization achieve its goals.
Best regardsâ
Then go on to add your CV and Cover letter! Quite easy right ?!
I am looking forward to the chance to explain in details, how I hope to help your organization achieve its goals.
Best regardsâ
Then go on to add your CV and Cover letter! Quite easy right ?!
