Ultimate Job Search

Master the Art of Finding Your Ideal Job, Getting an Interview and Networking

Edition: 6 Date: 03/07/2021 Price: £14.99 ISBN Paperback: 9781398602175 ISBN Ebook: 9781398602182 Pages: 288 Format (mm): 235x152 Product Category: General Subject: Job Seeking « Provides everything job hunters need to know in one book on how to maximize their chances of securing a new role « Features sample CVs for different types of jobs and sector specific interview questions « New to this edition: new and up-to-date advice on the changing face of technology in job seeking; avoiding scams and other traps; developing resilience; and the future of work « Is part of the successful Ultimate series, containing practical advice on essential job search skills and offering the best chance at getting the job you want

Description

Finding the right job can be a job in itself - but this one-stop-shop guide will take you through every step.

Covering everything from looking for jobs online to making a fantastic impression at interview, Ultimate Job Search is everything the ambitious job hunter needs. Take the stress out of job-seeking with comprehensive advice on: -Designing your job-search strategy -Building an online profile -Writing a stand-out cv/resume -Sample cover letters to help you sound both authentic and impressive -Giving a winning interview performance -Dealing with rejections and offers

Now in its 6th edition, Ultimate Job Search now contains new and up-to-date advice on the changing face of technology in job seeking; avoiding scams and other traps; developing resilience; and the future of work. Let this invaluable guide help you on your way to your next dream job.

About the Ultimate series...

The Ultimate series contains practical advice on essential job search skills to give you the best chance of getting the job you want. Taking you all the way from starting your job search to completing an interview, it includes guidance on CV or resume and cover letter writing, practice questions for passing aptitude, psychometric and IQ tests, and reliable advice for interviewing.

Author Information

Lynn Williams is a career counsellor and trainer who runs workshops on CV writing and interview techniques, and writes regularly on job search and career issues. She is the author of Ultimate Interview, Readymade CV and Readymade Job Search Letters, all published by Kogan Page.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1 First things first 2 The highly employable candidate 3 Making a start 4 The skills they want from everyone 5 Your CV 6 CV problems 7 CVs with special considerations 8 CVs for specific jobs 9 Application forms 10 Covering letters 11 Telephone calls 12 The job search 13 Your online job search 14 Job search strategies 15 Interviews – making a great impression 16 Answering interview questions 17 Questions for specific jobs 18 Questions for school and college leavers 19 Interviews and more 20 Offers and rejections