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Resume Assistance

How to write the perfect resume
How to write the perfect cover letter

How to write the perfect resume

Preparing your resume can be a daunting prospect. This is a document that a potential employer will make their first impressions of you – remember that first impressions count. We hope you find the following tips helpful:
  • A good resume is vital, make sure it is a professional marketing and sales document all about you
  • Ensure your information is current, honest and correct
  • Electronic submission is now expected, so create your résumé in a common program such as MS Word
  • Always include your name, contact details including email and mobile
  • Highlight your achievements and career objective
  • List your work experience in chronological order
  • Work Experience – include company name, city location, job title, from and to dates including month // year; brief summary of key responsibilities and focus on results or achievements
  • Don’t leave any time gaps in your resume
  • Include details of at least 2 referees, ideally former employers that you reported to.
  • Display perfect spelling and grammar
  • Keep it succinct, a 10 page resume has the potential for the readers loss of interest


How to write the perfect Cover Letter

Your cover letter is the means of self introduction. It is the perfect way to provide employers with an insight into you as a potential employee and for you to demonstrate the qualities that set you apart from other applicants.
Checklist:
  • Should be 1 page in length
  • Make your letter concise and clearly state how you fit the job
  • Address to the appropriate person
  • Include identification of the positioin – e.g Job reference number, Job title
  • Highlight your skills and experience that match the key job specifications. These are often included in the job advertisement.
  • Always proof read – you need to have perfect spelling and grammar