C.V & INTERVIEWS TIPS

2021-02-12 22:00:26 Open / Comment

2021-01-14 19:43:25 Tips for Finding a New Job
So here's how to get started & land your desired job:

1. Get Your CV/Resume Ready professionally:
First things first- time to dust off that old and non ATS compliant CV. This is your marketing tool and you need to position yourself if you want to get that desired job, Most people don't pay attention to their cv, your cv happens to be you represent6in paper or in document, so HR's see your cv before you are seen facially, Note: whether you are applying with a master's,university degrees, SSCE or school Sat, it advisable to have a cv.. If you need a professional touch on your CV. Our experts will do that for you at an affordable rate. Click here to https://bit.ly/3lLhKy0
2. Write a good and attractive cover letter:
When applying for jobs your cover letter is as important as your cv, construct your cover letter in line with the job you are applying for that is, always edit your cover letter for each jobs you want to apply for. Also write a short cover letter when applying or sending your cv through mail, don't just send your cv to a mail address like that without including a cover letter. Our team can also help with that if you need a cover letter.
3. Get Your LinkedIn Profile Optimized:
What's perhaps more important than an awesome, ATS compliant and up-to-date CV is an awesome, up to date and optimized LinkedIn profile. Consider it your public job-seeker persona.

4 Network Your Face Off:
If you do anything to get started your job search this month, then you have to network. Put yourself out there, meet everyone you can (both online and offline). Go to industry events, alumni meetings, meetups, whatever. Oh and don't forget the power of informational interviews. We cannot emphasize this enough.

5. . Find The Right Jobs:
we believe in quality over quantity: Your time is better spent crafting amazing applications for a few jobs than blasting your resume to 100 sites. Therefore you need to apply for job you know you're qualified for (that has always been our advice to jobseekers). Tailor your CV to the job description and don't use generic CV in your job applications.

5. Rock Your Interviews:
Landed an interview? Of course you did. Now, Go through the internet search about the organization and more about the role, do a per interview with someone or with a professional to text your ability, dress smart and nail it
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2020-11-04 22:11:36 motivated individuals who learn quickly and provide them with skills training on the job. If you meet a portion of a job’s qualifications but believe you can still succeed in that role, apply. Include examples of your work ethic and ability to learn new skills in your resume. Emphasize how your goals align with those of the company.

8. Schedule informational interviews.
Informational interviews are informal conversations with professionals in an industry or a company you might want to work for. Find out whether you are a good fit for a job by requesting informational interviews with someone working in a field that interests you. Search for potential interview subjects on professional networking sites or member organizations.

9. Succeed in your current job.

If you are currently employed and looking for a better or different career, continue to perform your current job with positivity and commitment. Maintain good relationships with your coworkers and managers as long as you’re working with them. Your professional attitude and efforts can result in job references or opportunities in the future.

10. Network regularly.

Interact with people and develop professional contacts both online and in person. Start conversations with people at seminars, social events or appointments. Let them know you’re looking for a job or want to work in a certain industry. They might have connections or advice that can help you in your job search. You might also discover unlisted job openings or people might recommend you for future opportunities. 

11. Identify examples of your skills.

People tend to remember engaging stories and examples over lists of facts. Plan ahead by identifying personal experiences or accomplishments that highlight the skills needed for a certain job. Add these to your cover letter and use them during networking opportunities or job interviews. Use the STAR method—situation, task, action and result—to tell your story effectively.

12. Prepare for interviews.
Research common interview questions, create responses for them and practice those responses before you get invited to an interview. Ask a friend or professional contact to do a practice interview with you. If you are well-prepared, you will be more confident and comfortable when you go into your next interview.

13. Follow up.
Immediately after a job interview, send the hiring manager a thank-you note. If you have not heard back from them after a week, follow up with a phone call or an email. When doing so, show your excitement and interest in the job. While you wait for a response, continue searching for and applying to jobs that interest you.

14. Expand your skills.
If you are just entering the workforce or starting a new career, you might need more training or experience to get a job. Consider getting an internship or volunteering with an organization in your desired industry while applying for jobs. Use these opportunities to expand your network of contacts or advance to a full-time position. You might also take online courses or attend workshops to build certain skills or learn technologies and processes relevant to your industry. Update your resume as you gain more experience or accomplishments. Open / Comment

2020-11-04 22:11:36 Job hunting tips to focus your search

Job hunting involves more than searching for open positions and sending your resume to employers. You also need to make sure you’re a good fit for the job, can catch the hiring manager’s attention and are well-prepared to answer interview questions. Here are 14 tips that you can use to improve your chances of finding the employment you desire:

*Know your career goals.
*Plan ahead.
*Get resume and cover letter help.
*Use all job search resources.
*Customize your resume.
*Research companies.
*Apply with confidence.
*Schedule informational interviews.
*Succeed in your current job.
*Network regularly.
*Identify examples of your skills.
*Prepare for interviews.
*Follow up.
*Expand your skills.

Know your career goals.
1. First, identify what type of career you want. This is particularly important for people entering the workforce for the first time or changing careers. Get recommendations from family, professors, a career coach or former coworkers. Make sure you have a clear and realistic goal, determine how you plan to reach it and note what qualifies you for that career path. These steps can help you narrow your job search to positions you are passionate about and will help you advance professionally.

2. Plan ahead.
Organize yourself and your schedule to search for jobs more efficiently. Determine how many hours per day or what days of the week you will dedicate to job hunting or networking. Make sure your resume and cover letter are up to date. If you need help creating these, search for templates or samples online. Have a list of two to three references and their contact information ready to provide employers.

Create or update your profile on professional networking websites and create a spreadsheet to note the jobs you have applied for and the interviews you have received. You might also choose to set up a professional email account to keep your job search messages separate and organized from your personal ones. Completing these steps before starting your job search can make the process faster and easier.


3. Get resume and cover letter help.
Ask a friend, family member, coworker, career counselor or other professional to proofread your resume and cover letter for errors, as well as to offer advice. Some job seekers even choose to work with a professional resume-writing service or resource to save time and enhance your resume and cover letter.

4. Use all job search resources.
Rather than limiting yourself to manual online searches, take advantage of all job search options. This might include reaching out to companies or hiring managers in person, attending career fairs, searching social media or using a career counseling service. Use job search engines to find openings on job boards, company websites, professional associations and more. Sign up for daily or weekly job alerts by email.

5. Customize your resume.
Adapt your resume to each job you apply for. Study the job description to determine why you are a great fit. Then, add your skills, experience and measurable achievements that are relevant to that position. Hiring managers who look through many resumes should be able to read yours and quickly know you have the skills for the position.

To simplify this step, have templates of your resume and cover letter ready to customize. Keep key sections such as your education and contact information the same, but personalize your abilities or past job duties to fit the job you are applying for.

6. Research companies.
As you find job listings that interest you, research the hiring companies before applying. This can provide you with information about their company culture, benefits and salary range, products and services and work environment. Your research will tell you whether you want to or are qualified to work for that company. It also gives you valuable information you can reference in your cover letter or interview.

7. Apply with confidence.
Apply for jobs you are interested in even if you only meet some of their requirements. Depending on the position, employers might hire Open / Comment

2020-10-21 18:50:33 Message from we the group admin to all members

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Y'all please be safe , we can't call everyone to check up on them but please if possible don't go out for this week
Just like am reaching out to you please reach out to your friends and family also, we love y'all Open / Comment

2020-09-02 21:54:30 Open / Comment

2020-08-17 00:02:02 A lady I reffered for a bank job in the first week of June got a call this morning to resume work at an Uyo branch of the said commercial bank. She was fortunate to be among t he few applicants that were shortlisted from among a large pool of graduates who got interviewed for the jobs.

No, but she won't be resuming! She finally lost the opportunity because of a phone call.

She had received the call in the early hours of today, 10:00am precisely. It was from the HR department of the bank.

But she didn't say "hello".
Her first remark when she picked was "who's this?"

Before she got any other relpy she added "how did you get my number?"

The HR person goes "Am I speaking to Miss gihtdfjddjshvsg?"

She felt the question is unnecessary! And she gave her final response.

"Please if you don't want to introduce yourself get out of my phone" that was her final word!

I got a feedback from the HR by 12noon today and I listened to that conversation. Those kind of phone calls are always recorded for reference purposes.

Aunty lost the job because she lacks Phone Conversations Etiquette! I listened to the recorded version of that conversation.

She lost the job because she believes every unknown male caller is a "chyker".

You see? Afterall it's not always because HR people are "despicable" as they have been labeled by Nigerians!

Why would a homosapien answer a phone call like this in the year 2020AD?

Watch out! Your next phone call might be your breakthrough! But your ill-manners could cost you the miracle.
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2020-08-11 14:13:23 WANT TO WORK IN NIGERIAN SALES SECTOR, THEN CHECK THIS OUT.

Here's everything you need to know about pursuing a career in Sales.

If you’re naturally sociable and have an uncanny ability to talk in a way that people find entertaining or persuasive, then a career in sales could be for you. The best sales people seek out new opportunities by talking to people and love the thrill of providing them with the best product or service they have to offer.

But before you jump on the job search, make sure you’re clued up about the reality of working in the profession:

Start building your skillset with a qualification

If you think that you don’t have to have a degree to get you going, think again. The skills you’ll acquire during your studies will be invaluable. A Diploma in Marketing Management or a bachelor’s degree with marketing as a major from one of Nigeria’s top universities will stand you in good stead.

While many companies will teach the tricks of the trade, your personality will definitely go a long way in getting you noticed by the best in the business. You’ll need to be super confident, very articulate and have a love for meeting new people, whether face-to-face or through other forms of media. Tact and diplomacy, persuasiveness, ambition and good health and stamina, are equally treasured skills.

Gain some experience before settling on a career path…

Before you make your final career call, you need to know what you're setting yourself up for. Think about the possibility of completing a marketing and sales graduate programme at a reputable company, such as Hewlett Packard, who to your luck are currently looking for graduates!

Other well recognised companies that offer internships and graduate programmes are Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Microsoft and IBM.

Sales careers

Deciding which area of sales you want to branch into will be worthwhile, especially as each are vastly different from one another:

In media sales your job will include selling advertising space in magazines and websites to clients. These will usually be conducted through the telephone, though on occasion you’ll have to meet people face-to-face.

In FMCG sales you’ll need to showcase products to retailers.

Recruitment consultancy sales will be all about selling your company’s recruitment services to clients and candidates.

IT sales will entail selling IT packages to customers and businesses. In some cases, you’ll need to have an IT background.

A career in pharmaceutical sales will involve selling to GPs, hospitals and medical staff. Companies will often require a degree in medicine or science.

A chance to travel

Much of your time will be spent on the road as you attend meetings, trade shows, exhibitions and the like, all in an aim to carve new client relationships and offer new services and products to attract new customers. On occasion, you’ll also have to travel across borders too.

Commission and your basic salary

Salary packages differ considerably from company to company, but a huge portion of your income will come from your commission. This means that basic salaries in sales are generally pretty low, however, as you become better at doing your job, the balance between your basic and commission will change.

Plus, as you move up the ranks to the best paid sales positions; Consulting Sales, Consumer Packaged Goods Sales, Digital Media Sales and the like, your bank balance will speak for itself.

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