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 Are you hearing nothing but crickets after you submit your resume? There are ways to remedy that. It's a frustrating cycle to spend hours searching for jobs, sink time into perfecting your applications, and then … *crickets!!*. Before you throw in the towel (or throw your computer out the window), here are some common reasons your resume is probably getting ignored — plus exactly what you can do to finally get noticed. Either the company is actively Hiring or the position has been put on hold, you are definitely going to get lost in a sea of resumes so how do you stand out from a hundred of other job applications? *Not playing smarter than the resume bots*: If you don't know about resume bots (more technically called applicant-tracking systems), here's a quick rundown: Companies, especially larger ones, use software to rank resumes. This system automatically sorts and scans resumes, weeding out the ones deemed “unfit.” That could mean your resume is getting passed over bef...

 Recently, I was contacted by an applicant for a CV review, she just had her CV revamped but have not been getting invites.  I went through the CV and it looked great at first glance but at a second, I saw a misconception. Her professional summary says she is a "Seasoned Professional" in the field with track record doing some professional duties for an experience she does not have.  When you say someone is a "seasoned professional" it means the person is an expert and has years of experience in that profession. Dear CV Specialist, In the bid to make a client appear as the best candidate for a role, please do not over-qualify them for a role they do not fit! Resumes don't get the job done, people do!  A graduate with less than one year of experience in a profession is still learning, the resume should show career goals, diligence, teachability, learnability, skill-set, achievements, and knowledge acquired from internship/volunteer experiences. Make their Resume...

 *You are still not on LINKEDIN?????* I was discussing with a Recruiter a few weeks ago and I asked, "Where do you source your candidates from" he said "Linkedin" I asked "why LinkedIn? why not telegram and WhatsApp groups or any other social media platforms? He responded "Linkedin is a platform where you get professional/qualified candidates. There are some exclusive roles, you can only get experts on LinkedIn, posting those roles on those groups is a waste of time and creating an arduous recruiting process, a lot of unqualified persons will apply, I source for my candidates on Linkedin, There I can see their career history on their career dashboard and know my best fit"  I was amazed!! Dear Applicant, Our recruiters are now sourcing prospects for exclusive professional roles on Linkedin don't you think its time to sell yourself there too? Let's talk about LinkedIn  LinkedIn is a social network that focuses on professional networking and care...

Keywords are words or short phrases that relate to particular requirements for a job. They are the skills, abilities, credentials, and qualities that a hiring manager looks for in a candidate. Resume keywords are critical to helping you get your resume noticed by employers. By including keywords in your resume and cover letter, you'll increase your chances of landing a job interview. Resume keywords are typically hard skills, behavioral competencies, requirements listed in the job description. Many recruiters rely on applicant tracking systems also known as talent management systems, to screen candidates for job openings, while others search by keyword inside the ATS. This is why tailoring your resume to the job requirements is important. If the software or the hiring manager does not detect any of the keywords in your resume or cover letter, your application might get thrown out. By embedding keywords in your resume or cover letter, you will demonstrate, at a glance, that you...

The rate at which the pandemic hits the country is still a rude shock to most of us, There’s no way of slithering around it: in this present moment for most people, job security is on the decline and unemployment is hiking. Now is the time to be VALUABLE! This is when you made yourself "the business" such that an organization cannot lose you because of your expertise. upskill yourself! The change train is moving very fast and I advise you hop on it as quick as possible, this is not the time to fold arms and wait for things to get better, now is the time to get out of your comfort zone and get better! Organization are moving from the regular 8-5 office job to remote working, which means most operations will be largely digital, how efficient is your computer skills especially PowerPoint?? I will not fail to rule out that they're a shift in service demand, at the moment most organizations recruit  "Social media manager, digital marketing manager, brand strategis...

*Mistakes Applicant Make When Applying for Jobs* Many people think the interview is the first step in finding a job. What most people don’t know is that the application is really the first step. A job application is the first contact you have with a future employer, even before you meet them face to face for an interview. Your application has the power to land you the job, or prohibit you from getting it. Forward Application: Most applicant, forward applicant to multiple recruiter and job opening. It so evident that you would see their previous correspondence with other employers. not only is this  bad, it is unprofessional and shows laziness. Be thorough and put effort when applying for a job. Not customizing your cover letter to the job posting While you should always tailor your resume to the job posting, you also need to make sure you're customizing your cover letter to suit the job description. Your cover letter is basically a sales pitch to convince the hiring manager...

How To Search For Jobs Online The Pre-Employment Stage: The pre-employement stage is the stage before engagement. It is a stage filled with many expectations, hopes and sometimes frustration stemming  from repeated failures, as a result, most applicants loose focus and confidence and even say “There is no job in Nigeria." Despite the unprecedented number of people filing in for unemployment, the labor market hasn’t come to a complete halt. There are companies who are still hiring. Hence, you should not give up on your job search. Below are few step by step processes on how to search for job online: Networking: This is the process of interacting with other people to develop professional social contacts and the best place to network is “LinkedIn”. LinkedIn is a social platform that can help you build a profession image and develop professional network if you optimize  your (LinkedIn) account. Here is how: -Download LinkedIn on your phone and market yourself with a profe...