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Why Referees can make or break your application
As a job seeker, you can use referees to really sell yourself to prospective employers. But before you just throw referees into your resume and selection criteria, it is important to understand the key principles relating to the use of referees, as referees,...
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Why broadcasting to the WIFM will get more interviews
I want you to image two parallel planets. The first one I will call the employers planet and the second planet is full of job seekers like you. The employer’s planet is receiving on a frequency called WIFM, or what’s in it for...
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Selection Criteria – How to avoid the top 8 mistakes job applicants make when addressing selection criteria
I have literally viewed thousands of applications over the years and in this article I quickly outline the top 8 mistakes that the overwhelming majority of job seekers make, which usually results in them not getting through to interview. By ensuring you don’t make these...
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Selection Criteria – 7 steps for writing winning selection criteria
Step One – Stick to the basic rules (or face elimination) Before you get started addressing selection criteria, you need to adhere to some basic rules. These include: You must address ALL the selection criteria You must follow the agency’s directions, relating to...
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Resumes for the Public Service Sector
Selection Criteria – Resumes for the Public Service Sector The public sector application in Australia usually requires submission of a résumé, cover letter, and/or application cover sheet and detailed responses to a number of selection criteria. Whilst addressing selection criteria is the most important...
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