Although there is a certain similarity, the focus is different. A self-presentation is about briefly summarising your career to date and thereby highlighting the benefits a potential employer would gain from your previous experience and achievements. Through your self-description, you show the company that you are able to reflect on and articulate your strengths and […]
One of the most important points is undoubtedly the technical side: a stable internet connection, as well as the necessary hardware and software. It is definitely advisable to test these in advance to ensure the volume and picture quality are set correctly. Choose a bright, quiet and tidy room, and ensure you have good lighting […]
Whilst such a confirmation does give you peace of mind and some initial feedback, it is very likely to annoy the recipient. I would therefore recommend that you avoid doing this. You can send the application to yourself in a blind copy and – if you do not receive a confirmation of receipt – follow […]
As well as preparing the content, there are a few things to bear in mind: – A good connection demonstrates your conscientiousness. – Eliminate any sources of distraction and keep a notepad and a glass of still water to hand. – Although the person you’re speaking to cannot see you, you should dress appropriately for […]
The cover page – like the rest of the documents – should look professional. Whilst lots of colours, unusual designs and quirky fonts may showcase your creativity, they usually come across as overbearing. State the position you are applying for, include your contact details and, if appropriate, a table of contents, and place your photo […]
This is still most common at management level, but not at all amongst those just starting out in their careers. Moreover, the person you’re meeting already has your ‘business card’ in the form of your application documents. If you have received your counterpart’s business card, it would be very rude to put it in your […]
That isn’t necessary. It’s better to write two or three sentences referring to the new role, the new company or a previous interview. This comes across as more personal than the sentence: “Dear Ms/Mr X, please find attached my application documents as a PDF file. Kind regards, yz”.
This is your chance to highlight your strengths and make a convincing case. The best way to do this is to focus on the requirements set out in the job description and tailor your arguments accordingly.
The signature in the email body is a way of making a professional impression. As well as your full name, it should include your telephone number and email address. You can also add links to your profiles on career networks such as XING and LinkedIn. It is up to you whether you include your address […]
If you want to impress the person you’re talking to, you shouldn’t just answer ‘yes’ to this question – you should be a bit more specific. For example, you could give an example of just how well-organised you are. In doing so, you can emphasise that being well-organised helps you to be less prone to […]
