Should I include my social media profiles on my CV?
You can mention professional networks, provided they are up to date and well maintained. All others are only relevant if they are used for professional purposes or contain examples of your work.
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Can I postpone a job interview on the grounds that I’m not free on that day?
This terse statement could be interpreted as a lack of consideration. It is better to give the real, valid reason, such as an important personal or business appointment, an exam, or a sudden illness.
Can the application letter be longer than one page if I can provide well-reasoned evidence to support all the criteria?
One page should be enough for a concise cover letter. It is sufficient to put forward up to three strong arguments and let your personality shine through. This is an excellent way to demonstrate the added value you can bring to the company.
What’s the best way to answer the question about my weaknesses in a job interview?
Once you have identified – perhaps with the help of friends or relatives – the negative traits you actually possess, choose one that is not relevant to the role in question. You can put your weaknesses into perspective by using words such as ‘occasionally’ or ‘sometimes’, or by showing how you are working to improve […]
Should excellent academic results be included on my CV?
An excellent degree reflects your approach to your work and is therefore important when applying for jobs after graduation. However, as you gain professional experience, its significance diminishes.
What should I bear in mind during the interview if I am overqualified for the role?
This makes it all the more important to focus on your motivation. Make it clear to the person you’re speaking to why you’ve applied for this role and why you’re interested in these specific tasks.
Can I also attach the supporting documents in a zipped file when applying?
I would advise against this, as it involves several steps to open the files. This is very cumbersome and may result in important documents being overlooked. It is better to limit the number of attachments and include them as a single PDF document.
Is it reasonable to ask when the earliest I can take holiday?
It may well be legitimate, but it’s not wise, as it makes you seem unmotivated and unwilling to work hard. During the interview, however, the interviewer will want to know how motivated you are. You can still ask this question even if you’re already in the job.
The company would like to receive the application documents by post. Can I still send them by email?
Even in this age of online applications, there are still companies that prefer applications to be sent by post. You should accept this. Otherwise, the recruiter might get the impression that you haven’t read the job advert or have ignored it.
The job advert used the familiar form of address. Can I assume the same will apply during the interview?
A company may use the familiar form of address in a job advert when aiming to attract a younger audience or because that is in keeping with its corporate culture. If you are addressed informally during a job interview, you may, of course, use the informal form yourself. However, you should not offer to use […]
