Category Archives: Snippets

Snippet: choosing your employer

You do have a choice when it comes to selecting which company to work for. Most candidates, when offered similar jobs by different organisations, will snap up the one with the largest benefits. However, it has to be understood that … Continue reading

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Snippet: updating your resume

What kind of importance do you attach to updating your resume on a regular basis? In order to maximise your chances of being hired, you should always update your resume with the appropriate information, whenever possible. This includes your latest … Continue reading

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Snippet: using the telephone

Add a little variety to your job-seeking by using the telephone. If you see a position that you are interested in, you can try making general inquiries as to the nature of the job, and if possible, even arrange for … Continue reading

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Snippet: interview enthusiasm

A most under-rated behavioural trait that most interviewees fail to display during any interview is enthusiasm. Most interviewees seem to under-estimate the importance of showing that they are really interested in getting the job. Therefore during interviews, they seem to … Continue reading

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Snippet: use a dedicated email address

When you embark on your job-seeking quest, it’s always best to set up a dedicated email address that is intended exclusively for professional usage. Why should you do this? Well, it is the most convenient way to streamline the flow … Continue reading

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Snippet: making use of head-hunters

Have you worked with a head-hunter before in your quest to find that elusive dream job? Here are some pointers on how to work with and maximise the services of a recruiter. First, be aware that most head-hunters specialise in … Continue reading

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Snippet: top resume mistakes

So you are finally done crafting that resume, after much editing and re-writing, and you think you have got the perfect resume. Or have you? Here are a few common mistakes that you can easily sidestep while constructing that very … Continue reading

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Snippet: using the Internet effectively

Have you started using the Internet as a tool to help you find the job that you want? There are many valid reasons to take advantage of this powerful but underrated device, not least of all the fact that a … Continue reading

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Snippet: the thank you note

While it is not really a common thing to do, especially here in Asia, a letter of thanks sent after a job interview can make all the difference in the world. Certain employers can be influenced in a positive manner, … Continue reading

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Snippet: the application form

The application form is an often under-estimated part of the interview process and many candidates inadvertently botch up when filling in the form. Here are some pointers on how to handle the application form in a proper manner: Use legible … Continue reading

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