your key to standing out in the employment race. 2 what bought you here? you have had difficulty in...
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your key to standing out in the employment race
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What bought you here?
• You have had difficulty in finding appropriate employment?• You have been searching for a job but have been
unsuccessful?• A tough job market?• No responses to your applications?• You are not sure where you are going in with your career?• It is just really difficult?
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Why beyondedu.me?
• We have found that people lack the knowledge of what it takes to stand out and be successful in applying for a position
• Some people lack the confidence required to succeed in attaining a job• Graduates / students often do not know how to apply for jobs
or understand the interview cycle• Universities do not provide the info on
the ins-and-outs of job hunting• There are few coaching / mentoring services aimed to students
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What’s our goal?
To help you succeed
To give you the knowledge and skills to standout in a competitive market
To provide ongoing support when required throughout your career development
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Some statistics
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15-24 years All age
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Underemployment rate
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Recruitment lifecycle(numbers of course grow step by step)
Candidate applies
Candidates shortlisted
Initial interview with
recruiter
1st interview with employer
2nd (or more) interviews
Job offer
Branch / sometimes happens: Meet the
team
Reference check
Negotiate salary
Contract signing
Commence new role
3 month (or greater) probation
periodPosition
advertised
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Recruitment lifecycle
Position advertised
Candidate applies
Candidates shortlisted
Initial interview with
recruiter
1st interview with employer
2nd (or more) interviews
Job offer
Branch / sometimes happens:
Meet the team
Reference check
Negotiate salary
Contract signing
Commence new role
3 month (or greater) probation
period
or
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Recruitment lifecycle
Position advertised
Candidate applies
Candidates shortlisted
Initial interview with
recruiter
1st interview with employer
2nd (or more) interviews Job offer
Branch / sometimes happens:
Meet the team
Reference check
Negotiate salary
Contract signing
Commence new role
3 month (or greater) probation
period
or
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Recruitment lifecycle
Position advertised
Candidate applies
Candidates shortlisted
Initial interview with
recruiter
1st interview with employer
2nd (or more) interviews Job offer
Branch / sometimes happens:
Meet the team
Reference check
Negotiate salary
Contract signing
Commence new role
3 month (or greater) probation
period
or
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The do’s and don’ts when applying for a role
do’s• Have a standout CV
• Read the ad
• Ask yourself: do I have the skills?
• Tailor your cover letter and CV for each position you apply for
• If given the opportunity, write a friendly sentence in your application email highlighting your enthusiasm
• Submit your application on time
• If you have not had feedback in 2 – 3 days, call the company / recruiter to enquire
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The do’s and don’ts when applying for a role
don’ts• Waste people’s time
• Submit an application without actually thinking about what / why you’re applying
• Jeopardise your next opportunity
• Be too informal
• Have poor grammar or incorrect
• Assume you have not been considered because you have not had feedback — proactive is good!
• Become despondent
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The successful applicant…
… will ask the following prior to your interview…
• Whether there is a job description
• What the interview process will be
• Who you will be meeting
• What is the salary range
• Where the interview will be located
• Who is the best person to contact if you have any questions
… consider the following before the interview
• What should I wear
• Do I need to bring anything with me
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The successful applicant…
…will
• Know how to get to the interview location
• Know how long it will take you to get there
• Research the company and the market/s in which it operates
• Prep before interview — role play if necessary
• Think about—using the job description — the questions you will be asked
• Arrive a little early — but not too early
• Always call if you think you will be late
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The successful applicant…
…will considering the following essential elements of interview etiquette
• Personal hygiene
• Dress accordingly
• Body adornment
• Manners
• Speaking
• Interview responses
• Enthusiasm
• Next steps
• Farewell
• Leaving
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What not to do in an interview
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What not to do in an interview
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The unsuccessful applicant…
• Review the attributes of a successful applicant
• Ask: what did I do correctly / incorrectly?
• Endeavour to get feedback
• Ask: how can I improve?
• Prepare more next time
• Don’t be despondent—remain motivated
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Accepting the job offer
• You will be reference checked
• Agree to salary and start date
• Be upfront and honest regarding any planned holidays — it is always best to do this before the contract is signed
• Don’t ask for more salary after you have accepted the position
• Letter of offer / contract signed
• Remember the 3 month probationary period
• Be excited!
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You as a brand
Social media
• Be aware that prospective employers may look at your Facebook profile
• Review privacy settings and / or content
• If you don’t have an account, create one!
• At a minimum, include your previous experience and education.
• Ideally, provide a brief overview of yourself and a short description the your responsibilities and achievements in any previous roles.
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My advice to you for when you start out
• Nice is important
• Remain apolitical
• Punctuality
• Go the extra mile
• Have the ‘right attitude’
• Avoid compromising situations
• Always act with integrity
• Laziness loses
• Ask for help
• Smile
now you know the key. Just use it!