When searching for a new job, several of your applications are most likely done online either directly on an employer’s website or via a job board like LinkedIn or Fuzu. Before you start job hunting, you should first prepare information or documents you might need for the application.
With that said, Here are 5 tips that may come in handy during your job search:
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What you need to apply
First, you need an official email address that can be used by your potential employer to reach you. Drunkgirl247@xxxx.com will not cut it. Create a more professional email address, and remember to update your resume and cover letter for some jobs. Make sure you’ve also reached out to your referees to ask if they are comfortable being called by your potential employee to verify your work experience when requested.
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Get your resume ready
What do you put on a resume? Here are the key items to include:
- Contact information
- Opening Statement, Summary or Objective
- Work History
- Education
- Soft and Technical skills
- Certifications and professional memberships
- Achievements and Awards
- Additional sections e.g. Volunteering
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Know Your Employment History
Employment history includes job titles, starting and ending dates of employment and a brief description of your responsibilities during your term there.
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Review Sample Job Application Forms
Download a sample job application form and complete it before you begin your online applications. Use the completed sample job application as a guide when you’re completing your job applications. However, please note some applications vary from employer to employer.
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Create Accounts on Job Sites
It’s a good idea to create an account on as many job boards as possible so as to get alerts on a job opening. If employers have their own job portals like this platform (jobsportal.harleysltd.com), make sure you register because it makes your job application process shorter and more efficient.
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Job Application Instructions
It’s important to follow instructions when applying for jobs online. You may be required to fill out a profile, upload your resume and cover letter, and/or take an IQ or Aptitude test as part of the online application process.
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Use Job Seach Keywords
When you are scouting for jobs online, the most effective way to search is to use job keywords to find jobs in the career fields and industries you are interested in.
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Availability and Flexibility
When applying for new jobs, know whether you can consider flexible hours like working shifts that others might not want (eg weekend shifts). You may also need to know how soon you can start working because this is a question that is commonly asked by potential employers.
All the best, job seekers! Nothing worthwhile comes easily. Work, continuous work and hard work, is the only way to accomplish results that last.… So don’t give up!!!
