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CV & Interview Preparation
CV & Interview Preparation The purpose of this presentation is to; Gain an understanding into job hunting in this competitive environment. Gain useful and practical advice on how job seekers can market themselves successfully as the ideal candidate to potential employers. Upon completion of the presentation; Know how to make an immediate impact with your CV Know key format and content for your CV and Cover Letter Know how to prepare for interview Uncover essential interview tips and techniques
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Todays Job Market Competitive Added Value Unique Selling Point Job Searching Methods Transferable Skills Adaptable Strong References
CV & Interview Preparation Jobsearch & Job Seekers Know Job Seeking Process; Job Application to Job Offer Stage Advert CV & Letter, Application Form, Online, Telephone Interview, Aptitude or Dexterity Test, 1st Interview, 2 nd Interview, Medical, Garda Clearance, Job Offer. (Can take minimum 2 – 10 weeks) Job Function & Tasks; Transferable Skills .
Be able to speak about your duties in a past job. Be specific. Demonstrate Skills/Abilities S.T.A.R. Situation Task Action Result Use Networking Opportunities
CV & Interview Preparation How People Find Jobs… (From HSE WNO 2010)
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Job Hunters (In order of preference in job seeking) CV Advertisement Agencies Colleagues Referrals Contacts Drop Ins Inside the Company 1.
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Employers (In order of preference in recruitment) Look inside Company Colleagues Referrals Drop Ins Contacts Agencies Adds CV
CV & Interview Preparation Job Seeking Process Curriculum Vitae Generate interest in you and your skills, which will lead to interview, allowing opportunity to sell yourself.
Passport to a Job.
Record of all Education, Work History, Skills.
Most Important Document a Job Seeker can produce.
CV & Interview Preparation Personal; CV Should be; Marketing Tool, Sells your skills/abilities to future employers.
Comprehensive; Present Full Potential, have solid examples to back up each item listed.
Concise; Have a good balance of information, may need a few drafts. Opportunity to expand further at interview.
Attractive; Must appeal to the reader, identify unique selling points and include them in profile
CV & Interview Preparation CV Content Personal Details; Essential; Name, Contact Phone Numbers, Email Contact.
Optional: Address, DOB.
Profile Highlight History e.g. Over 3 year experience in Retail Sales.
Transferable Skills e.g. Good Organisational, Numeracy and I.T. Skills. Personal Qualities e.g. Reliable, Hardworking, Friendly Individual.
Education/Training Dates, College Name, Course Title/Qualification (Level) List Subjects from Course.
Work History/Employment History Dates, Employer Name, Job Title; Function/Tasks of Job. (Work Placement)
CV & Interview Preparation CV Content contd./ Additional Information e.g. Holder of Driving License/Safe Pass Card.
Voluntary Work e.g. Volunteer Youth Assistant Assisted with Summer Camp Activities for kids aged 10-14yrs. Hobbies/Interests Show a balance of group and individual activities.
References Name, Title, Company Name, Phone, Email Contact.
Signed & Date Shows ownership of CV & CV is up to date.
CV & Interview Preparation Types of CV Functional CV;
Focuses on Skills
Combination CV
; Skills and Jobs
Chronological CV
; Job History in reverse order
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CV Layout Presentation
KISS (Keep it Short & Simple) 2 Pages.
Use Action Words Use Phrases not sentences Make it easy for interviewer to Find you. Minimise Personal data Keep it Clear and Clean Design C.V so that it is easy on the eye.
Check Spelling and Typing. Writing from Present to Past.
Avoid Gaps.
Tell the Truth.
Keep your C.V Up to Date.
Put your name on Every Page.
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Sample CV….
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Sample CV….
CV & Interview Preparation Cover Letters Why?
Provides opportunity to highlight how your specific skills match job requirements.
The Letter….
Good Appearance Make it Perfect Use a Business Correspondence Format Write to a specific person
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Writing Cover Letters
Use a grabber first sentence.
Why you are attracted to position.
Highlight experience, skills relevant to job.
Include information about training, personal traits.
State your next step.
Thank person for time/consideration.
CV & Interview Preparation CV Mistakes.…..
A great lover of languages, I speak intermediate German, high-level Russian, and fluent Spinach.
My duties included greeting laundrette customers, removing their clothes, and washing them.
I have never been backwards when it comes to coming forwards.
This document outlines my experience, skills, and qualifications, which I trust you will carefully overlook.
“Career break in 1999 to renovate my horse” "Education: Curses in liberal arts, curses in computer science, curses in accounting." "Instrumental in ruining entire operation for a Midwest chain store." “I am anxious to use my exiting skills.”
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Interview Purpose
Business meeting with
both parties having an agenda.
Two-way conversation when both parties are
evaluating each other.
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Interview Purpose…..
Suitability for Job Personality Trustworthy Information from CV Confident Character Opinion Reliable Responsible Appearance
CV & Interview Preparation Interview Preparation Believe in yourself & shine Do your homework Make a good first impression Body Language Sounding Positive The Interview is a 2 way process
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Types of Interview One to One Interview Panel Interview Telephone Interview Group Interview Video Interview
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Interview Stages
Welcome Stage
The Acquiring Information Stage
Supplying of Information Stage
Parting/Closure Stage
CV & Interview Preparation Types of Interview Format Competency Based Interview (Probing for information to understand candidate) Chronological Interview (Takes lead from CV/Application Form) Case Study Interview (Present case study, what action to take,/work out solution) Technical Interview (Questions about technical work; final year projects/research etc)
CV & Interview Preparation What types of questions are asked at interviews?
Introductory Questions Tell me about yourself ?
Why you left your last job?
Qualifications Previous Experience Skills / Strengths Hobbies / Interests References Why do you want this job?
What is your understanding…?
Situation – Scenario Why should we hire you?
Weaknesses Future plans Do you have any questions?
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Interview Questions
Categories
Self
Education/Training
Work
The Job
All emphasis your Skills (Personal, Practical) Knowledge, Experience & Personal Traits
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Group Exercise
Think Like an Employer What Skills are Required?
What interview Questions to Ask?
CV & Interview Preparation Useful Websites www.irishjobs.ie
www.monster.ie
www.bestjobs.ie
www.employireland.ie
www.jobs.ie
www.computerjobs.ie
Networking websites; www.linkedin.com
www.facebook.com
www.myspace.com
www.recruitireland.ie
www.worky.ie
www.loadzajobs.ie
www.gumtree.ie
www.munsterjobs.ie
www.fas.ie