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2. RESUME AND COVER LETTER
4. JOB OFFER HANDLING3. INTERVIEW TIPS
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1. JOB SEARCH TIPS
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Job Search
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13 Tips on How to hunt for job
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1 Make a Visual ResumeText resume is passé. Explore tools like power points and
upload on slideshare or scribd to tailor your resume.
Network onlinePlatforms like LinkedIn or Facebook provide huge
networking opportunities. An as they say your Network is your Networth.
Review Your Online PresenceIf you don’t have a LinkedIn pro�le, creating one is priority
Join groups, build connections and networksReview your social accounts, pro�les and history
Network, Don’t BroadcastDon’t announce your job search on social networks (Face-
book, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Read upStaying updated is the best thing to do when
looking for a job.
List yourselfList yourself on job portals. If you steer your way
through spam, you might �nd a good one.
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13 Tips on How to hunt for job
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7 Send mailsDrop in a ‘’hi’’ to your �rst circle of network. Be speci�c so
they can lead you towards the right pro�le.
Follow CompaniesFollow companies from your industry, Knowing
what they are up to always helps.
Do it at homeYou don’t want to get caught looking up for jobs in
your current o�ce now, do you?
Find your nicheThis will help you decide which companied you should
apply for.
Google YourselfMake sure your best shows up. If not, clean the dirty
track.
Run a Spell CheckSpelling or grammar errors in your resume or cover
letter won’t go well with your prospective employer.
13Don’t be a miser, Pay a little
Pay a consultant or a niche job portal to blast your resume to relevant HR companied. Let the pros handle it.
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KEEP POSITIVITY AND CONFIDENCE
A POSITIVE MINDSET AND WELL-BEING IS CRUCIAL TO JOB SEARCH AND INTERVIEW SUCCESS. WE ALL FEEL MORE CONFIDENCE WE ARE LOOKING OUR BEST FEELING ENERGIZED.
Money
work relax
Love
familysupermarket
FITNESSProvides energy
Reduce stressTones body
SLEEPProvide energyReduce stress
Aids concentration
NUTRITIONBoasts brain function
Reduce tirednessControls weight
FEEL GOODDisplay your achievements,
they provide a feel good factor whenever you need a boost
LOOK GOODWe all feel more con�dent when we look at our best
and are well presented
MIND AND SOULFind time for something enriching
and relaxing to concentrate and connect with your job search
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Resume and Cover Letter2
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Browse through relevant adverts and make a list of the most important candidate requirements.
Make a list to show exactly what you need to highlight in your CV.
Search for your desired roles on major job website
LengthIdeally 2 pagesDe�nitely no more than 3. Busy recruiters don’t have time to wade through lengthy CV’s
Top QuarterAnything above this line upwards will be the �rst thing that reads see upon opening your CV. Make sure it is packaged with key words that your target employers will want to see, to instantly grab their attention.
FormatUse a simple font, break the text up and avoid using photos. Make it as easy as possible for employers to �nd the information that they need.
FORMAT & STRUCTURE YOUR CV PROPERLY2
HOW TO WRITE AN INTERVIEW-WINNING CV
RESEARCH YOUR MARKET1
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STRUCTURE AND WRITE YOUR ROLE DESCRIPTIONS PROPERLY 4
HOW TO WRITE AN INTERVIEW-WINNING CV
WRITE A PUNCHY PROFILE3
Avoid using buzzwords and cliches as they are often generic and non-descriptive
Key Responsibilities
. List your daily activities to show your contribution and impact.. Use bullet points to break the information up and make it easy-to-read.
Key Achievements
Add some impressive achievements and use numbers where possible to
Hard working
Team player
Dynamic
Motivated
Strong communication
Your pro�le is the very �rst thing an employer will read on your CV, so it needs to make an impact and keep them interested.
Summarize what you can o�er an organization and try sticking to hard facts like industry experience, software knowledge, languages, etc.
CV
Outline: Summarize your role and employer
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INTERESTS TO INCLUDE
ONLY INCLUDE RELEVANT INTERESTS6
HOW TO WRITE AN INTERVIEW-WINNING CV
DETAIL YOUR EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS5
Hard working
Team player
Dynamic
Motivated
Strong communication
Interests and hobbies are optional so only include interests that could have a positive e�ecr on your job applications.
List your education, starting with your most recent – include grades and governing bodies.
If you have little work experience, you should include lots of detail on your education.
Experienced candidates need only to include a brief summary of their education.
INTERESTS NOT TO INCLUDE
Sports teams Clubs and societies
Volunteering and charity work World travel
Political or religious views “Socializing with friends”
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It only takes one mistake for employers to start doubting your credibility so make sure that you proof read your CV thoroughly.
10 TOP TIPS FOR COVER LETTER
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HOW TO WRITE AN INTERVIEW-WINNING CV
TRIPLE CHECK YOUR CV7
CHECK FOR
Grammar mistakes
Spelling mistakes
Repeated words
Messy formatting
Contact detail errors
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Show the company you have done some good research about them
Provide evidence that you can ful�ll what is requested in the job speci�cation
Address the letter to a speci�c (if possible) and sign it ‘Yours Sincerely’’
Make it targeted to the job role and the company
Follow the format of a business letter, never use slang or abbreviations
Don’t rewrite your CV make it di�erent
Make it clear, concise and to the point
If emailed, put your covering letter in the body of the email
Use your covering letter as an opportunity to tell the employer what you are going ton bring them
Make sure you have included all your up-to-date contact details and spell check
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The Interview Tips3
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BEFORE THE INTERVIEW
POWERFUL INTERVIEW TIPS TO LAND YOUR DREAM JOB
1. RESEARCH THE COMPANY
47% of hiring managers have eliminated candidates after an interview because they had little to no knowledge of the company.
2. FIND OUT WHO YOU’RE INTERVIEWING WITH AND RESEARCH THEM, TOO
43% of hiring managers report that cultural �r is the single most in�uential factor in determining which candidate gets the job.
Be sure you have a clear idea of how well you’re going to relate with the people you’re interviewing with, and plan accordingly.
3. PREPARE CREATIVE, INSIGHTFUL QUESTIONAND CRAFT YOUR PERSONAL STORY
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DURING THE INTERVIEW
POWERFUL INTERVIEW TIPS TO LAND YOUR DREAM JOB
4. DRESS FOR THE JOB
70% of hiring managers say they’ve eliminated candidates after an interview because they thought
33% of hiring managers say they know within the �rst 90 seconds of
an interview whether or not they’ll make a job o�er to the candidate.
5. BRING 2 EXTRA COPIES OF YOUR RESUME
7. TURN YOUR PHONE OFF AND ARRIVE 5-10 MINUTES EARLY
6. PERFECT YOUR HANDSHAKE
26% of hiring managers say they’ve eliminated candidates after an interview because their handshake was weak.
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DURING THE INTERVIEW
POWERFUL INTERVIEW TIPS TO LAND YOUR DREAM JOB
8. USE CONFIDENT POSTURE
33% of hiring managers say they’ve eliminated candidates after an interview because of bad posture
33% of hiring managers say they know within the �rst 90 seconds of
an interview whether or not they’ll make a job o�er to the candidate.
9. USE THE TRIPLE NOD WHEN LISTENING
AFTER THE INTERVIEW
38% of hiring managers say they’ve eliminated candidates after an interview because of lack of smiling and engagement during the conversation
10. SEND A FOLLOW-UP THANK YOU EMAIL TO EVERYONE YOU MET WITH LATER THAT DAY
THANKS YOU!
11. IF YOU DON’T HEAR BACK SOON
Handwritten card for bonus points
YOU GOT THIS!
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Job O�er4
Job O�er
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3 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE ACCEPTING A JOB OFFER
THE COMPANY1
THE POSITION 2
THE PACKAGE 3
7It is important to think about the pros and cons after receiving your new job o�er.
Most companies won’t expect a decision immediately, so take your time and evaluate your situation.
Discover whether the opportunity is right for you by asking yourself a few simple questions.
Things to consider are the company, the position, and the package.
WHAT REPUTATION DOES IT HAVE IN THE INDUSTRY?
HOW LONG HAVE THEY BEEN ESTABLISHED?
IS IT A SMALL, MEDIUM OR LARGE COMPANY?
WHAT ARE THE TYPICAL PROJECTS LIKE?
ARE THE WORKING HOURS SUITABLE?
IS IT TEAM-ORIENTED?
WHERE IS IT BASED?
ARE THERE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT?
WHAT IS THE BASE SALARY?
IS SUPERANNUATION INCLUDED?
DOES THE ROLE COME WITH A COMPANY VEHICLE?
DOES THE COMPANY PROVIDE A MOBILE PHONE OR LAPTOP?
IS A BONUS STRUCTURE IN PLACE?
WHAT IS THE HOLIDAY ENTITLEMENT?
DOES THE COMPANY PROVIDE MEDICAL COVER?17
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HOW TO TURN DOWN A JOB OFFER?
LET THE EMPLOYERS KNOW WHY YOUR ARE NOT ACCEPTING 1
DON’T DELAY TELLING THE COMPANY THAT YOU ARE TURNING DOWN THEIR OFFER
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LET THE COMPANY KNOW IN PERSON BY PHONE3
AVOID NEGOTIATIONS UNLESS YOU SERIOUSLY MIGHT CHANGE YOUR MIND ABOUT ACCEPTING
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BE HONEST, BUT NOT TOO THE POINT OF OFFENDING SOMEONE5
BE HONEST, BUT NOT TOO THE POINT OF OFFENDING SOMEONE6
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REJECTOFFER
ABOUT US
Established in 1998, First Alliances is the largest and the most successful HR consultancy in Vietnam with a high-perfor-mance culture. We specialize in Executive Search & Selection, Sta�ng, and Payroll.
We describe our culture as a meritocracy, a high-performance culture that promotes and rewards individuals based on the merit of their performance. As a market leader, we have high expectations of our people and invest heavily in their development. Our culture and the expectations we have of ourselves are summed up by our beliefs, which we call:
• Work with passion• Expect excellent• Celebrate success
Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, & Anphabe.Visit www.fa.net.vnFun facts came from various online sources.
Ho Chi Minh City
Suite 1211, Saigon Trade Center 37 Ton Duc Thang Street District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Tel. : +848 3910 2080Fax : +848 3910 2079
Hanoi
10th Floor, Lotte Center Hanoi, 54 Lieu Giai Street, Lieu Giai Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam Tel.: +84 4 3538 1996Fax : +84 4 3538 1995
