CV
Writing Tips
Today, because job seekers are having nightmares
finding the right jobs that suit their skills and
talents, finding the right people to help you is vital
to minimize search risks. Your CV is the most important
thing that makes you noticeable by clients. Follow the
kiss rule Keep It Simple & Slick. Be consistent with
fonts and make sure there are no grammatical errors and
full stops are exactly where they should be. When you
apply please attach a copy of your CV and Photo.
Preparing a good CV is crucial in order to get noticed
by recruiters or potential employers.
CV Layout
Contact Details
-Name, address, email and preferred telephone number
must feature prominently on the top of your CV and
summary details (Name, email and phone number) on every
page in the header or footer.
Profile (Strengths, hobbies, Attributes )
- Summarize your key strengths and list your most
impressive achievements.
Qualifications & Education
-Give full and abbreviated titles. State if incomplete
or ongoing
Employment History
-Give enough relevant information about your previous
employers and projects to interest the reader. The best
CVs summarize a wealth of knowledge and experience in a
concise and engaging fashion.
References
-It is adequate to state ‘Available on Request’ at the
end. However, if you have already made enquiries and
know who is happy to be a referee, it is worth adding
them now. Recent references are most appropriate in
normal circumstances.
Additional Resources
CV Example Templates
36 Beautiful resumé ideas that work
My employability skills @ Unisa book
Interview Tips
Preparation
Be PREPARED: Gather some background information on the
company, do your research, most companies have websites.
Check the time, date and interview location. Estimate
the time it will take for you to arrive 10 minutes
before you are expected.
Know who you are meeting and what their position is.
Dress appropriately to create the correct first
impression.
The Interview
Do not expect your experience/qualifications alone to
secure employment. Personality is important; be
positive, confident, honest and open.
Know your CV and be prepared to answer questions about
your current & previous employers, as well as about you
as an individual.
If you don’t understand the question, ask the
Interviewer either rephrase or repeat the question. If
you don’t know the answer to a question, say so.
Project your enthusiasm, sit up straight, smile and use
eye contact with all interviewers.
Additional Advice
If you are not sure about any parts of the job or
company, ask.
If you are asked what salary you are looking for, state
exactly how much you require, which must be higher than
your minimum to allow room for negotiations.
If you are asked whether you are interested in the
position, unless you are very definitely not, always
answer yes
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