Top 10 Job Hunting Tips
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Print out the CV template and write your ideas under each heading.
It is a good idea to think about skills that will be useful to include in your CV.
It is a good idea to think about your personal qualities that will be useful in your CV.
A personal profile is made up of a couple of sentences that summarise your main skills, qualities and what you are looking for.
Check vacancy websites every day or two.
Call in regularly to look at the Connexion's notice board.
Ask family and friends if they have any contacts or know of any possible work.
Check local notice boards e.g. shop windows, shopping centres, factories etc.
Write a CV and keep it up-to-date.
Take your CV to as many potential employers as possible.
When calling in to employers to ask for work dress neatly and tidily - first impressions do count.
If you are applying by post you will need a covering letter.
Employers do not always reply - so keep your own record of the applications you've made and follow them up if you don't hear anything.
Don't get disheartened and don't give up - getting a job is often about being in the right place at the right time.
Date Posted: Thursday 13 January 11
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