You have been called for an interview… now what?
In the book “How to find a job in 30 days“, I wrote a chapter about the importance of researching everything you can about the company that has called you for an interview.
Tips to stand out in the crowd
In the book “How to find a job in 30 days“, I wrote a chapter on this topic. If you have already applied all the tips, I have no doubt that you will start getting noticed.
Finish your cover letter with something like that
In the book “How to find a job in 30 days”, I wrote a chapter about how you should contact companies by email. I suggest that you finish your cover letter with something like that: “I’ll call next week to talk about this…”
How to write a cover letter for a job application?
Why your cover letter is boring?
You should start with your own story, not with “Dear Sir”… Show passion!
How to call companies after sending your CV
After you have sent in your application, you will need to speak to the recruiter on the phone.
Use a time machine to define your objectives
In the next 5 years do you intend to get a new job, start a company or work in a non-profit organization?
Talk to a stranger as if he was your uncle
Instead of seeing someone that you don’t know as unknown stranger, do what the speaker and author Nicholas Boothman suggests: “Talk to a “stranger” as if he was your uncle” – someone that would make you happy to speak to and with whom you can be yourself.
Assume your profile on LinkedIn as your online CV
LinkedIn is still the social network most people use for professional purposes. So make sure you set up your account carefully and keep it immaculate. Use it like an online CV.