Common job-hunting mistakes and how to avoid them
December 4, 2009 by admin
Filed under Career News and Advice
The first consideration when undertaking the task of finding and securing employment is to recognize the common mistakes that people make when setting about securing employment.
Lack of research/ researching the requirement of a job is essential if you intend to secure employment, this is a common mistake made in the job-hunting exercise. It is from research and the evaluation of your skills, which will be involved in the new position that will determine the value of your efforts. If this all adds up, then the first hurdle has been removed.
Using a one fits all’ resume, another common mistake is to use a standard resume for all applications, ideally you should tailor your resume for the position for which you are applying by highlighting your attributes as they apply to the position you have researched, this document must remain an accurate account of your abilities and attributes. Even if the prospective employer has stated ‘no resume’ this exercise will be useful to you when completing the application form.
Application forms. Here the common mistake is to complete this form ‘live’ the problem here is that if you make a mistake, you are going to make a mess of the document, if you don’t have a scanner or photocopying facilities, the chances are that you know someone who has, or as a last resort use a commercial copier which can be found in many shops for a small fee. Make a few copies of the form to practice on. You could of course make rough notes on a piece of paper, but remember that in some cases space on forms for writing is restricted, so it is best to use a copy to see how the wording fits into the available space…
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In applying to a job, thorough knowledge on the company and job you apply for is a plus factor for you to be hired.