job searchers tips – iRecruitment Blog for employers

You are looking for a new job and, in turn, employers are looking for qualified candidates.

Many of these tips for job searchers are not new. However, following some or all of them could make a difference for you as a potential candidate.

CV/Resume:

While content is key, the format of your CV or resume can also be important. Keep it simple but attractive.

Include objective statements only if requested by potential employers. Otherwise, they don’t add anything of value to your resume.
If you have not completed your university degree or diploma program, don’t make it look like you might have. Simply indicate the current status of your studies or expected completion date.
Don’t just list your title, length of time in a position, and tasks, include your key accomplishments and results, as well.
Include information about new skills learned or used in various positions.
Indicate what you did in the job; not what the team or the unit did.
List jobs you have held in chronological order, starting with the most recent. Include only the relevant, not necessarily all your job experiences.
Avoid acronyms other than those in common use.
Be positive.
Use simple language. And proofread (or have someone do it for you, or both).
Research other sources on CV/resume writing.