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Last week we posted Part I of our two part series on “selling yourself to potential employers.” Below is the second installment. Again, if you have any questions, please post them in the comments section below.
The Prep – Before Meeting the Recruiter
When being invited to meet with a recruiter, it is important that you prepare yourself – both in terms of the company research, but also taking time to think about your skills and how you are a good match for the position and company as a whole.
- Look at the company website and ask yourself:
- What does this company do…
We originally published this post in March this year, but in a much longer form. Since insight on “selling yourself to potential employers” is always relevant, we wanted to highlight a two-part bite-sized series. If you have any questions, please post them in the comments section below.
As a recruiter for Meltwater Group, I spend most of my time screening CVs, deciding which candidates to call and conducting both phone and face-to-face interviews. My time is limited and we receive thousands of applications. So, you might ask, how can you appeal to the likes of me, to ensure your application stands out…
As a recruiter for Meltwater Group, I spend most of my time screening CVs, deciding which candidates to call and conducting both phone and face-to-face interviews. My time is limited and we receive thousands of applications. So, you might ask, how can you appeal to the likes of me, to ensure your application stands out and really sell yourself to an employer? Well, fortunately, I’ve got your answers.
Where to start? Your CV
This is your first chance to make an impact and give the best initial impression. But what do we look for?
- Get the basics right.
- Presentation. How is your CV structured?
- Keep…
