A recent article in a specialist HR magazine has reported that more and more CVs are being read by computer or by junior HR admin staff who only looking for specific keywords or phrases. In effect unless your CV has the correct phrase or word combination it will not be seen by the person who will subsequently decide whether to interview you for the job.
So what can you do to ensure your CV has the correct word or phrase? One tip is to make sure you have what the job ad is asking for. Therefore if it asks for "excellent Microsoft Office skills" or "knowledge of Sage" you need to make sure you use that phrase or a similar one in your CV. However, a word of warning, if you haven't got these skills and you decide to tell a white lie you will be found out! That will almost certainly mean the recruitment company will ignore you for future job opportunities and make your job search even harder.
Avoid the problems associated with meeting the employer's requirements by getting skills in these and other applications by training in the relevant subjects. Employers and recruitment companies say that they will always favour candidates who have certificates to prove their skill level over those who just say they have. Call Pitman on 01483 572855 to learn how you could imnprove your CV today!
Thursday, 28 April 2011
Tuesday, 26 April 2011
Beware recruitment company tests on Microsoft Office!
If you have ever applied for a job via an interview at a recruitment company you may have been asked to do a series of tests in Microsoft Office.
The purpose of these is to see what level of aptitude you have (often classed as basic, intermediate or expert) in Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. We have noticed that some of the tests are very basic resulting in people with, what we consider basic skills in Excel for example, to be classed as Expert! This has meant that people may have been hired for a position with very basic skills when advanced skills were required. One imagines that their career was short lived.
Whilst all recruitment companies are not guilty we recommend that the only way to demonstrate that you have the required level of skill is to study a course and get a recognised and up to date qualification. This almost certainly means that you do not need to sit the dreaded test. Call Pitman Guildford on 01483 572855 to learn more.
The purpose of these is to see what level of aptitude you have (often classed as basic, intermediate or expert) in Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. We have noticed that some of the tests are very basic resulting in people with, what we consider basic skills in Excel for example, to be classed as Expert! This has meant that people may have been hired for a position with very basic skills when advanced skills were required. One imagines that their career was short lived.
Whilst all recruitment companies are not guilty we recommend that the only way to demonstrate that you have the required level of skill is to study a course and get a recognised and up to date qualification. This almost certainly means that you do not need to sit the dreaded test. Call Pitman Guildford on 01483 572855 to learn more.
Wednesday, 6 April 2011
How can I improve my CV to get a job?
We recommend that you get better IT and office skills on your CV by studying at Pitman Training in Guildford. Most jobs now require professional level computer and Microsoft skills (e.g. Excel, Word etc) therefore employers are even more demanding. Don't be one of the 95% who don't even get an interview. Become one of the 5% who do. Get the skills now!
Visit our website at http://www.pitman-guildford.co.uk/ to read about our full range of IT, Microsoft Office, adminstration and bookkeeping courses. Or call 01483 572855 now to speak to us.
Visit our website at http://www.pitman-guildford.co.uk/ to read about our full range of IT, Microsoft Office, adminstration and bookkeeping courses. Or call 01483 572855 now to speak to us.
Where can I study excel in Surrey?
Visit www.pitman-guildford.co.uk to read about our range of Microsoft Office courses. Start when you want and study at times to suit you including week days, evenings and weekends. Mention this blog and get an automatic 5% discount on all courses or diplomas! Call us 01483 572855 for more details now!
Where can I find an evening Microsoft Office course in Surrey
Visit www.pitman-guildford.co.uk to read all about our range of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Outlook) courses. they can be studied any time you are free to study including day time, evenings and weekends. Why wait start today! Call 01483 572855 now.
Where can I study to be a PA course in the evening in Surrey
Visit www.pitman-guildford.co.uk to read all about our unique range of IT, business, Microsoft Office, administration and PA skills courses. You can study full time or part time and start when you want. Mention the blog and get an automatic discount!
Where can I study a bookkeeping course in the evening in Surrey
Visit www.pitman-guildford.co.uk to read about our range of bookkeeping courses that you can study at times to suit you including day time, evening and weekends!
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