Job Seeker Resources
Tips, Tools and Tricks to Help You Succeed
Struggling to get your foot in the door?
We’re here to guide and support you as you navigate the recruitment process.
Here’s what the journey will look like:
Your Recruitment Process Roadmap
📨 Step 1
Application
📄 Step 2
CV Screen
1st Shortlist
📲 Step 3
Phone Screen
2nd Shortlist
🗣 Step 4
Interview
3rd Shortlist
☑️ Step 5
Pre-Employment Checks
🤝 Step 6
Offer
Job Seeker Tips
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Job Application
We get it - putting together an application and submitting it takes time and effort.
So, make sure you give yourself the best chance by following these simple yet effective steps:
🌟Research the company across all platforms and websites
🌟 Customise your CV and Cover Letter before submitting an application
🌟Keep a record of your job applications
🌟 Be available for a call or let the Recruiter or Employer know you will call them back if you are unavailable.
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CV
A CV is like your business card: it introduces you to a new audience. So, set your potential free with a polished, punchy CV. Every word matters, so think of your CV as you would real estate by following these:
🟢 Triple-check the grammar and spelling
🟩 Keep it brief - Aim for 2-3 pages maximum
❇️ Leave out private details - Date of birth, marital status, and religion are all personal information that could trigger unconscious biases
💚 Pictures out - Unless you are applying for a role in TV or media, leave your glamorous selfie out.
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Interview
Finding it hard to crack those interviews?
Recruitment is all about timing, especially around interviews. Gear up by doing the following:
⌚ Be on time
📣 Dress appropriately
💬 Communicate effectively - slow down, use eye contact and practise active listening
🖱️Research the company – values, mission/vision and projects/products
❓Prepare a couple of questions to ask at the end.
🦸🏽Practice your power pose to boost your self-confidence!
Hear it from a Successful Job Seeker
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Very professional! I really appreciate Ronnie's quick response and also the great advice and feedback she gave me to obtain a perfect CV and cover letter. She is truly excellent in her field! Her job search strategy was very helpful and recommended jobs that would apply to my skill set. She always goes to the very extent and takes good initiative to help her clients. Her suggestions and tips towards attending the interviews were very much helpful.
Lokesh
Engineering
Preparing your Job Application
- Ensure there are no typos and/or spelling mistakes on your CV and cover letter
- Put relevant skills/experience first
- Customise your CV for each application
- Keep your CV and cover letter simple and easy to read
- Keep a record of your job applications
- Recruiters and employers are busy people, help them find what they need on your CV
Interview Preparation for Job Seekers
- Dress according to the role you are applying for
- Be neat and tidy
- Research the company – values, projects/work they are involved in
- Research the company and view the recruiter/manager's profile on LinkedIn
- Look on the company's website
- Connect with the people who work there (even better if you know someone who works there already)
- Think of a list of possible interview questions and answer them out loud (we can help you with this)
- Practice your power pose to boost your self-confidence!
What do Pre-Employment Checks Involve?
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The Bare Minimum
At a minimum, it is common for organisations to carry out 2 reference checks with your most recent employers.
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The Add-ons
Depending on the position and the company, other checks may involve a health assessment, drug test, credit check, MOJ (police) check, ACC claims history check, and/or psychometric assessment (ability and/or personality preference questionnaire).
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How We Can Help
Talent Connection is SHL certified, so if you wish to participate in a psychometric assessment for practice purposes prior to your interview, let us know.
Must-Do's for Every Step of Your Application
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Know the job description
To express genuine alignment with the role, make sure to understand and remember the job description. Keep a log you can access anytime as a cheat sheet (e.g. on your phone📲).
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Watch your Language (written and spoken!)
Use appropriate language and remember to stay clear of abbreviations, acronyms, profanity and slang. Professional language, both on paper and the spoken word, clearly communicates your ability to handle workplace interactions.
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Communicate your Interest
Your personality, passion and experience set you apart throughout the recruitment process! So, how can you express your interest in a role? There are many ways, including the words you choose for your CV and covering letter, the tone of voice you adopt as well as how you interact with recruiters and hiring managers.
Q&A
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SHOW OFF YOUR TALENTS TO POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS. OUR CV ENHANCEMENT SERVICE WILL HELP YOUR CV SHINE BRIGHT LIKE A STAR TO RECRUITERS/EMPLOYERS.
- CV crafting
- Cover letter creation
- LinkedIn profile optimisation
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WHETHER YOU ARE LOOKING FOR AN ENTRY-LEVEL ROLE OR UNLEASHING YOUR NEWLY DISCOVERED TALENTS WE CAN OFFER YOU THE FOLLOWING:
- Job search strategies
- Discovering your transferable skills/talents
- Interview skills coaching