Getting a Job in the Recession #5: Online Profiles

Posted by on Jul 22, 2009 in series, social media | 0 comments

We’ve already covered the basics: CVs, Virtual CVs, Jobs Boards and Covering Letters .  Most employers are looking to see a CV these days.  Many will insist on an application form being filled out, which does the same job, except for the trick Extra Info bit at the end.  (I’ll probably blog about that in a later post.)  So, do online profiles really matter?  If an employer...

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Training as Initiation #2

Posted by on Jul 20, 2009 in education, learning, training | 0 comments

Last time I provided a suggestion as to why training and teaching might not be as life-changing as we would like.  There is usually no element of initiation with it.  The information transmitted therefore retains the status of ‘some more facts among many’ rather than initiating a significant shift in attitude and behaviour. Add to this another point.  When costs need cutting in an...

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Training as Initiation #1

Posted by on Jul 17, 2009 in learning, training | 0 comments

There’s a thought that’s been fluttering around in my head for a few months about why training for professional and personal development often seems to lack the potency we might wish. Sure, people are informed, even challenged.  They go away with some new knowledge and skills, and hopefully a different attitude.  But it rarely changes their lives.  Now, maybe you think I aim too...

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Getting a Job in the Recession #4: The Covering Letter

Posted by on Jul 15, 2009 in series, writing | 0 comments

An excellently written covering letter will ensure your CV is at least glanced at.  Keep it short.  Avoid colour and exhuberant formatting.  And, pay attention to the following, crucial elements: Addresses Include your address first, followed by the name, title and address of the person you are writing to.  Pay attention to the details.  Do not spell names incorrectly.  (You know how...

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