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Simple, yet time-tested insight from several hiring professionals!! Appearance, preparation and presentation.

Just as certain details always belong on your CV, others don't. Weak phrases such as "responsible for", "assisted with" or "managed" can be uninspiring. Instead, prime your CV with power words such as "influenced", "negotiated", "determined" and "persuaded", writes Snjezana Ana Billian, a career coach and LinkedIn Top Voice. If the hiring manager is exposed to these kinds of positive words before meeting you, "they are more likely to associate you with those positive words", she says. Priming your CV in this way will help you make a strong start in your interview, she adds. Psychologists suggest you include these words on your resume: → Influenced → Negotiated  → Persuaded → Determined  → Directed. The reason: The phenomenon of priming. → If the hiring manager is exposed to positive words right before meeting you, they are more likely to associate YOU with those positive words. Therefore, David J. Lieberman, Ph.D., suggests including the above power words on your resume as your hiring manager will likely skim it right before the interview. The phenomenon of priming explains why referrals are so powerful. But even without one, treating your resume as your best advocate will increase your chances of starting strong during the interview.

Candidates who espouse joy, enthusiasm, and passion on their resumes…. Get more interviews. I’m not kidding. When you tell your career story with excitement and energy…. It resonates with people. No one is looking for a candidate who sounds like sin dipped in misery. No one is looking for the“good communicator” or “team player.” Hiring managers are looking for people who sound like they love their jobs…. The candidates who tell positive stories…. Who show positive results of their efforts…. Who take bad things and make them good… Who take struggling teams and make them successful…. Stop feeling like your resume has to follow some sort of outdated list of your responsibilities… It doesn’t. Positivity, happiness, personality, and confidence are characteristics that everyone is attracted to. That goes for your resume too. #positivity

💼 Job seekers, are you struggling to stand out in the job search process? Here are some tips from our recruiting efforts last year. 💡 First things first, follow the job post instructions. If the post says to send a cover letter and resume to a specific person, do exactly that. Don't waste your time going around them unless you've already reached out to the person identified in the post. 🔍 Make sure you're easy to find with an email address that includes your name, not just your initials, or, for the love of G**, a college nickname you got after an epic night out. If your name is taken, use "." or "_" or "-" to differentiate. And if you've graduated, ditch the .edu email. 📃 When naming your documents, be specific for the job. First Name_Last Name Cover Letter _ Company Name and First Name _ Last Name _ Resume _ Year are great examples. Don't make the hiring manager manually rename your attachments by sending documents named "resume" or "cover letter." ⏰ Punctuality is key! Arrive 5 minutes early for in-person interviews, and log in 5 minutes early for virtual interviews. And make sure your video and audio are off until a minute before. If you're right on time, you're late. 👚 Dress appropriately for the company. At the very least, match the wardrobe style/vibe you see on the company's social media or website. e. ✅ Follow any preparation instructions the company gives you. Seriously, if they took the time to tell you how to prepare, know that they're going to score you on that. ❓ Always ask at least two questions during the interview to show your interest. Not sure what to ask? Try these: What does success look like in this role in the first 6 months? How are high performers described? What makes them stand out? In the job search process, the hiring company wants to know that you'll be on time, that you can follow directions, that you're interested -- extra points for being easy to find and being early. Good luck! #recruiting #jobsearch #hiring

BEFORE YOU ATTEND THAT INTERVIEW... At a recent semi-formal recruiting session for a major hospitality business with 2 of its top management staff, I was yet again reminded of the importance of knowing how to talk about yourself. We saw folks with good CVs but lacked the necessary ingredients to communicate their values I remember how we unanimously picked someone with low experience simply because she said " I have not done that before, but I'm a fast learner and will do well once I'm taught". The smile on our faces was instant and looked planned. I'll tell you for free, the business space does not favour people who are silent about how good they are! . . . The story of interviews teaches you that you have very limited time to impress those recruiting especially when it is for entry-level positions. Sometimes recruiters have as many as 50-100 people to decide from and your job is to ensure that those first minutes count for everything. It's interesting to see people stutter and have very few inspiring statements about themselves when they're asked the famous question "Tell me about yourself?" The truth is... I did too. I wondered what exactly was I to say that was good enough for the ears of those interviewing me. Was it my family life, academic inclination, things I've achieved or just a general talk on the kind of person Jesse is? It took me a while to learn and master how to talk about myself and I'm glad I did. . . . As you apply for jobs this year, talk smart, look smart, think smart! Be intelligent in your response. Practice talking about yourself. Learn how to communicate your value clearly If you need help with creating a good CV, and being trained to ace your next interview, send me a message #careergrowthtrainingandmentorship #careerdevelopment #Humancapitaldevelopment #skillsdevelopment

Confidence is key📌

Initiating contact with a hiring manager can be nerve-wracking, but fear not! Resume.io provides the ultimate guide on how to write an impactful initial message that could be your ticket to a crucial interview. 😅💼 In the world of job hunting, that first message is a make-or-break moment. But why should you even reach out to a hiring manager? What's the right way to structure your message, and what pitfalls should you avoid? These are the questions this article answers in their latest article. Acing the initial contact game is crucial, especially when you're exploring opportunities or want to stand out before hitting the apply button. Whether you've had a previous encounter or you're taking a bold step into the unknown, showing initiative can set you apart in the job market. In this insightful blog, you'll discover: ✅ Reasons to write to a hiring manager ✅ Pro tips on structuring your message ✅ Red flags to avoid when reaching out ✅ Six real-world examples of impactful hiring manager messages Crafting a compelling message could prompt the hiring manager to delve into your social media presence, giving you an edge before the interview. Dive into the full article and level up your job search game. Don't miss this opportunity! 🌐💡 Check it out: https://lnkd.in/ee5nfgSM #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeIO #HiringManager #JobSeekers #CareerSuccess

Is Your Resume Showing Too Much Personality? Here's Why It Might Be Hurting Your Job Prospects In the current job market, there's a growing trend of candidates trying to make their resumes stand out by showcasing their personalities. While having a unique and engaging resume might seem like a great way to grab attention, it can actually backfire and turn off HR professionals. Here's why: ◼ Lack of Professionalism: Employers are looking for candidates who demonstrate professionalism. Overly casual language, jokes, or quirky fonts can make your resume look unprofessional and diminish your credibility. ◼ Irrelevance to Job Requirements: HR professionals are primarily interested in your skills, experience, and qualifications. If your resume is filled with personality-driven content, it might overshadow the critical information they need to evaluate your suitability for the role. ◼ Difficulty in Parsing Information: Resumes need to be easy to read and quickly scannable. Adding excessive personality can clutter the document, making it harder for recruiters to find key information. Remember, they often have limited time to review each application. ◼ Risk of Misinterpretation: Humor and personality traits are subjective. What might seem like a witty remark to you could be perceived as inappropriate or unprofessional by someone else. It's important to strike the right balance. ◼ Misalignment with Company Culture: Every company has its own culture and values. By injecting too much of your personality, you risk alienating organisations whose culture might not align with your style. It's better to let your professionalism shine through and discuss personality fit during the interview stage. So, what should you do instead? 🔹 Focus on Clarity and Relevance: Highlight your key achievements, skills, and experiences that align with the job you're applying for. 🔹 Keep It Professional: Use a clean, professional format with straightforward language. 🔹 Save Personality for Interviews: The interview is the perfect place to showcase your personality and discuss how it fits with the company culture. Remember, your resume is your first impression. Make it count by keeping it professional, relevant, and easy to read. Let your experience and skills speak for themselves, and save the personality for when you land that interview! #resumwriting #resumewriter #resumetips

Stop hiring based solely on resumes. Start hiring for attitude. Instead of asking: Where did you go to school? What was your last job title? How many qualifications do you have? Focus on understanding who they are: What excites you? What did you enjoy about your previous role? What didn’t you enjoy about your previous role? Put the resume aside and have a genuine conversation. Interview like a person, not a checklist. Skills can be taught. Attitude makes all the difference. Agree?

my latest interview experience I had a bitter experience during an interview that was both hilarious and disappointing. I do not wish to disclose the company or any individuals involved, but I wanted to share the process I went through. This experience has led me to be hesitant about accepting HR’s recommendations for job descriptions. I applied for a content strategist role at an event-based company. The HR representative called me and inquired about my experience, to which I shared my background in short video content creation and content strategy. She seemed impressed by my video experience. After reviewing my resume, I waited for a week to receive feedback that I had been shortlisted and they required my portfolio. I promptly created a new portfolio and submitted.Then they informed me that I had been scheduled for an interview the following Monday, which was a week away. They shared the profiles of the hiring team, and I felt excited about the opportunity. However, over the weekend, my daughter fell ill, so I had to cancel. I wrote an apology email requesting a reschedule or a video meeting. The HR mentioned an assignment that required a physical presence at the office, to which I agreed, promising to update them on my availability for the following week. Two days later, she called to inform me that I had been selected, expressing their desire not to lose a candidate like me After waiting for a long time, I was finally taken to the meeting room for my interview. The interviewer, accompanied by a new HR person, began reviewing my CV and asking me typical questions. When discussing an event, I mentioned a strategic approach, but the interviewer seemed unimpressed, indicating that my CV did not match their requirements for the role. The interview was rescheduled, and despite feeling disheartened, I listened as the interviewer apologized for rushing to another meeting. Despite my inner doubts, I confidently expressed to the HR representative that perhaps they should have initiated our conversation virtually or reconsidered their job requirements. I suggested that they involve the hiring manager in shortlisting candidates before calling them for an interview. The disconnect between the job description provided by HR and the expectations of the hiring manager was disheartening. It made me question whether these individuals could effectively uphold the company’s vision. I choose not to disclose the company’s name due to the unprofessional behavior exhibited by these employees, which has left me hesitant to endorse the company. #hrcommunity #jobdescription #hiringteam #employersolutions