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Making Job Application
CV Writing Job Interviews
By:
Prof. M. Iqbal
Making ApplicationsMaking job application include:
– By letter - often with a CV. – By completing an application form. – Over the phone. – In person - at an interview. – Over the internet
Aspects of applications include:
– CV writing – Letter writing – Applying for a job – Going for an interview – Making a presentation
Resume (CV – curriculum vitae) Writing
CV is your personal publicity leaflet – selling document containing:
– Personal details – Education, training and employment – Qualifications and awards – Relevant skills, qualities and achievements – Names and addresses of people willing to
provide a reference
Principles and Types of CVPrinciples• Clearly expressed – 7Cs• Well set out for easy to browse• Concise and relevant
Basic Formats• Chronological - Use when experience is
consistent• Functional - Use when experience is less
straightforward - breaks • General - covers all major achievements
and skills. • Specific CV for Specific purpose
CV Checklists
• Right Contact Name, address, pc, tele, fax, email
• Summary Statement – objective and brief on you
• Personal Details date of birth, marital status, health
• Details of School, Colleges and Universities
• Qualifications, achievements, skills and awards
• Experience of work e.g. part- full time, training
• Details of your hobbies and interests
• Association – membership professional or social
• Referees – two who give views on you
Preparing For an InterviewSome ‘Dos’ for job interview
• Do Research organization• Do Act and appear as professional• Do Adapt the way you present your skills• Do Sell achievements • Do Listen and answer carefully • Do Keep positive, friendly and project
enthusiasm• Do Bring any support information• Do List of your own questions to ask• Do Ask for feedback on your performance
Preparing For an Interview
Some ‘Don'ts’ for job interview
• Don’t Arrive unprepared
• Don’t Be too familiar. A bit of humour can help
• Don’t Go off and avoid questions
• Don’t Undersell yourself or talk too quickly
• Don’t Forget to ask some positive questions
• Don’t Look unmotivated and bored
• Don’t Jump in before question is completed
• Don’t Take rejection personally
Preparing For an InterviewWatch the following:
• Clothes & foot-wear – like company wear• Extras – jewelry or perfume• Planning your journey ahead• Take spare CV and cover, Pen/Pad, • First impressions – you will never get 2nd chance
to have first impression• Eye contact • Friendly smile • Firm handshake • Upright posture
ThankGood Luck
By:Prof. Muhammad Iqbal