career Archives - How to get a good job in London

February 1, 2021March 3, 2021

Job Hunting in London UK – How to Go about It

You know that you really have to stand out in order to win an employment position. But you probably do not know how to do this exactly. Firstly you have to keep in mind that the labour market in London and in the rest of the United Kingdom is extremely competitive. Approximately 20% of all workers are actively seeking employment at any moment in time. Furthermore, even though the global economy is slowly recovering there is still a sense of instability that makes employers not so active when it comes to recruiting. Thus, you have to take job hunting seriously and prepare a strategy along with your CV.

The career choice is extremely important. At every interview the HR wants to make sure that you will be committed to the job and that you plan to stay with Continue reading “Job Hunting in London UK – How to Go about It”

January 28, 2021March 3, 2021

Preparation for a Successful Job Interview

You have applied for that position you wanted so badly for a very long time, and after you have submitted your CV, you finally got the call for the interview. You face another challenge which will determine the fate of your career. A Job Interview, especially for a job in London, is perhaps the most important step of the whole hiring process altogether. Although shrewd HR professionals can tell a lot about you by just taking a look at your CV, but nothing seals their judgement and opinion like the interview.

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January 28, 2021March 3, 2021

Writing a Good Intention Letter

As with any letter, the intention letter that is attached to your CV should be well written. It should clearly explain why you are applying for a job position with this employer. You will want to keep this first paragraph brief and to the point. You do not need to embellish the facts, simply state why you want a Continue reading “Writing a Good Intention Letter”

January 28, 2021March 14, 2021

Writing a Good Curriculum Vitae

A curriculum vitae or CV is the introduction you will make to your prospective employer. This is the first time that you will have contact with you prospective employer so you will want your CV to stand out. There will be many other applicants who are vying for the same position as you are applying for, so you want to make sure that your CV shows that you would be the best candidate for the position.

First and foremost, you will want to make sure you are completely honest when writing your CV. Do not embellish the facts, instead be straight forward Continue reading “Writing a Good Curriculum Vitae”