Some resume tips for job seekers

This came from an article in The Star today:

AP Search Management Recruitment Sdn Bhd director KH Teoh believes that with the present shrinking job market, there is a greater need for job seekers to write their resumes and present themselves well during interviews.

Employers will be looking for key items, depending on the applicants’ work experience. Entry-level candidates should highlight what they did in university/college – whether they had undertaken any projects, and how the projects demonstrated their organisational skills and planning capabilities. Those with work experience are likely to be asked about their (previous) job responsibilities, achievements, problem solving and team-building skills, and perhaps their personality type.”

Teoh also advised job seekers to venture beyond the Malaysian market and be able to diversify by using their core skills in a different industry. “They should upgrade themselves through courses and training. Those who really can’t get a job can also consider an apprenticeship or training programmes that offer assisted allowance to gain additional skills.”