The main aim of a case study in the selection process is not primarily to find a solution that is 100 per cent correct. Rather, you should demonstrate your analytical and organisational skills and show that you can deal with difficult problems.
As well as the word ‘Application’, the one-liner should include the exact job title from the advert and any reference number. The word ‘Subject’ at the start seems outdated. Details of where you saw the job advert should go in the so-called ‘reference line’. This is slightly smaller than the subject line and is located […]
This interview is likely to focus more on the specialist knowledge and skills that are essential for the advertised role. As well as preparing in general, you should consider: – Which key terms from day-to-day professional practice should you mention during the interview? – Are you clear about the company’s work processes, or do you […]
In Austria, most HR managers regard a photograph as standard and expect one to be included. In other European countries, it is desirable. Exceptions include Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and the Netherlands, where photographs are not customary. Applications to the UK and Ireland should not include a photograph. The same applies to Australia and the […]
Changing jobs is no longer unusual. So don’t respond to this question by appearing uncertain or guilty. Instead, use examples to explain why these particular previous roles qualify you for your current job.
CV templates save you work, as you don’t have to worry about formatting or layout. Usually, all you need to do is replace the placeholder text with your own details. As a result, these templates are very often used by many other applicants too. You should therefore always adapt them to suit your own situation […]
In a group interview, the discussion takes place alongside other candidates applying for the same job. Whilst self-confidence is important, being overly competitive can be counterproductive and may suggest a lack of teamwork skills. This is particularly true when a task is to be tackled collaboratively during the group interview. In such situations, particular attention […]
First of all, you should find out what basic requirements applicants are generally expected to meet at your chosen company. Current job vacancies advertised by the company, as well as the company website in general, provide an indication of what the company expects from its employees. In addition, you should also consider: Is the company […]
If you answer straight away, people may suspect you’ve learnt your answer by heart. So do take your time to think of a suitable reply – especially if the person you’re talking to has caught you off guard with the question. This shows that you think things through first and give a considered answer.
If you are writing to several people, you could, in theory, write their names directly next to one another, for example: Dear Mr Huber, Dear Mr Moser, If you are addressing more than two people, or if the names are particularly long, it is better to list them one below the other. This format is […]
