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Monday, October 11, 2010
How many times have you sent your resume and never got an answer back from the recruiter? What is your ratio of being called for a job interview in relation to the number of resumes sent?
We have recently advertised for a position using a classified newspaper and you cannot imagine the responses we got. Although we were specific about the position (level, responsibilities) we got bombarded by all kinds of resumes. Some senior positions applied for an admin role, and although we have specified the location, we got people requesting jobs in different geographical locations.
Only few resumes stood out, so we thought of sharing those 5 best practices that you should do when sending your CV:
Include a clear subject and cover letter
A company needs to have an introduction about you. A cover letter will entice them to look further and read your resume. If you are applying for any position, you need to show that you are professional and address it in a manner that will tell the reader who you are. However make sure that your cover letter is brief, straight to the point and contains simple language.
With hundreds of emails that employers receive, emails with just an attachment, no subject and no email body will definitely be eliminated.
A company needs to have an introduction about you. A cover letter will entice them to look further and read your resume. If you are applying for any position, you need to show that you are professional and address it in a manner that will tell the reader who you are. However make sure that your cover letter is brief, straight to the point and contains simple language.
With hundreds of emails that employers receive, emails with just an attachment, no subject and no email body will definitely be eliminated.
Make sure to sell your objectives
Organizations do not distribute jobs on ad hoc basis, they want to give responsibilities.. Be creative in writing your objectives; show them that you know what you want. When you include your clear objectives, recruiters will be motivated to seek how they can use those objectives in their organizations.
Do your research before sending your resume
Whenever you are applying for any position, “google” the company or lookup its website, you need to know what you are applying for and tailor make your cover letter accordingly. This will show the recruiter that you are both serious and have knowledge in their industry. When we post a job ad, we receive the lousiest emails within the first hour of posting; the reason is that candidates do not take the time to tailor their resumes according to the company and the advertised job.
Remember that one targeted email has more power than 10 non-targeted ones.
Align your objectives with the company’s objectives
When you research the company, you will know how they make money, or how they realize their vision. In your correspondence, show them how you can help them reach their corporate objectives. When you broadcast that value with your own objectives, you will sure hit a sweet spot. Write the benefits from the recruiter’s side and you will definitely be called for an interview.
Call for action
If you know that you can do a great job in the interview, do not rely on the recruiter to take action. Request an interview, and tell the employer when you will follow up to arrange it. Then, do so. It is imperative that you follow up. You will greatly increase your chances of getting interviews if you call the employer after writing instead of sitting back and waiting for a call. Make sure that you don't overdue it though; one assertive call requesting an interview meeting is just enough.
Camil El Khoury
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12:44 - PM
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Dubai, UAE – New research from Regus reveals that UAE professionals may quit their jobs after the summer vacation due to lack of promotion and bosses that do not know, or do not communicate the company’s goals.
For 47% of respondents, finding that the next rung in the career ladder is a no-show was the top ‘get me out of here’ factor. 51% and 31% of respondents respectively would not stick around with a company lacking communication with management or strategic company vision.
Mark Dixon, CEO of Regus comments: “As workers pack up their swim-suits and towels after the holidays, they are more likely to dwell on the pros and cons of the job that is waiting for them at home. With reports indicating that one of the effects of the recovery is that many more employees have started quitting their jobs and looking around for new ones, businesses that are not providing all the trimmings may be heading for a brain-drain of their best talent.
“Stress caused by overwork has escalated during the past recession with people working harder and longer to make sure they can pay the mortgage. Bonuses and job perks were cut back to weather the storm, but as the economy picks up employees will be flocking to businesses that promise them better conditions and not necessarily the biggest wage.”
Other high-stress factors are a long commute to the office (25%) and a boss that takes credit for their work with 24% of respondents quoting this as a reason for making an ‘all change’ decision. In the UAE, where 12 to 14 hour days are quite common, almost a quarter of respondents would also leave if because of overwork (24%). Further dissatisfactions that could easily morph into ‘last drop’ factors were lack of administrative support (22%) and rude colleagues (18%).
The survey also asked workers what companies could do to avoid a brain-drain of their best talents. Aside from a pay rise, in the UAE, 40% of workers declared that private medical insurance was top of their wish-list and 35% called for the ability to flex their working hours.
Top 5 reasons for UAE professionals to quit their job this year:
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Lack of communication and involvement by top management 51%
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Lack of promotion despite good work results 47%
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Lack of company ‘vision’ 31%
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Too lengthy commute to work 25%
- Your boss taking the credit for your own work 24%
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