Ahmed FaroukSoftware developerAsset technology group Vodafone DWH Team
How to get your first Job
Agenda : Cover Letter How to write a dynamic CV Interview types Interview Skills
Cover letter
the main purpose of your CV cover letter is : to make clear all points from your CV along with some additional information to potential employer or reader.
takes you one step close to the interview. There must be something by which you can grab the
reader's attention towards your resume
Cover letter should explain the reader
why you applied for this job position ? why they should hire you ?how you are an ideal candidate for this job position ?
Format for CV cover letterOpening:
write a letter to specific person only.
First paragraph: Here you should mention the position and how you heard of the openings/vacancies (e.g. from ad in newspaper or website or reference). In addition, here you can tell about your interest in company.
Second paragraph: Summarize your qualification, experience and skills. Explain briefly why they should hire you, what extra qualities you have, how you are the right person to the company. work experience related to the job position
Third paragraph: Ask directly for interview. Here you may ask for the date and the time
relevant to an employer. You should thank the employer for his/her time and consideration. Tell
them that you are waiting for reply.
Finally :
give them your contact numbers (telephone numbers or mobile numbers) and make it easy for them to contact you.
Cover letter Example Dear Mr. Manager :
Because of the great progress of your company in software developing,I think it is the company where I can utilize my programming skills in J2SE (Java 2 Standard Edition) & J2EE (Java 2 Enterprise Edition)and my personal abilities to :
Work in groups Ability to work under pressure in both time and work requirements Manage small groups Perfect adaptation to new technologies · Additional capabilities are listed in the enclosed resume
If you have any question, I can be reached at the number listed above in my resume .thank you for your attention
Regards ,Your Name
How to write a dynamic CV
Make your CV always updated
Common CV Mistakes :Poor spelling and grammar. It has to be perfect.Too lengthy .Multi Objectives (Be specific on your objective) Complex formatting and gimmicks. Avoid shading, boxes,
tables, columns, highly Stylized fonts
don’t put your Photo on CV (put it only when the company needed)
Writing ( ‘I’ and ‘my’ etc). This informal style is fine for your covering letter, but less professional sounding in your CV.
Heading it with ‘Curriculum Vitae’ OR CV. head it with your name instead .
No personal profile (career background, areas of expertise, key skills , little of your personality)
Work experience written like a job description : This section should show : how well you do your job, quantify your achievements and demonstrate
the benefits of employing you
Information in the wrong order
Inclusion of unnecessary or negative information For example: reasons for leaving jobs ,Salary…. Etc
full details of your technical skills need to be on page one.
Interview TypesBehavioral Interview Exit InterviewLunch and Dinner InterviewsGroup InterviewsVideo InterviewsTelephone Interviews
Traditional Interview
Practice (next slide)Prepare Get ReadyBe On TimeStay CalmShow What You Knowfollow-up with a thank you note
Common Interview QuestionsTell me about yourself ?What are your greatest strengths / weaknesses ?Why are you leaving your current position?The “Silent Treatment”Why should I hire you? Where do you see yourself five years from now? Tell me honestly about the strong points and weak points of
your boss Give me an example of your creativity (analytical skill…
managing ability, etc.)
Thank You
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