1. DO think about
what you enjoy, what hobbies you have, what experience you have and
what skills you have. This will help you find a career that
is best suited to you and your lifestyle.
2.
DON’T rely on just one method of job searching. Use
a wide range of sources to find jobs.
3.
DO adapt your CV to a specific job so that the employer
can match your skills and experience to the job advertised.
4.
DO take a good look at the job advert, and highlight your
relevant key skills, knowledge and experience before you write your
CV.
5.
DON’T rush when you are making an application to an
employer.
6.
DO research the company and the role when putting your CV,
Cover Letter or Application Form answers together.
7.
DO make sure you tailor your content to the position you
are going for.
8.
DO ask a friend to read over everything just in case you
miss any spelling or grammar mistakes.
9.
DO your research. Find out as much as you can about the
employer and the job, ask for some company literature or use their
website. Find out what they do and what the job role involves.
10. DO
follow up the interview with a letter or email to the interviewer
thanking them for their time and expressing your interest in the
role.
11. DON’T
get disheartened if you do not get one of the first jobs you apply
to. If you are informed that you have been unsuccessful then
wherever possible ask for feedback. Take this feedback on
board and apply it to the next interview.
