1. Job Hunting Workshop Jonathan Hart-Smith jhartsmith@ckagroup.co.uk www.ckagroup.co.uk University of Leeds Student 1995 - 1999

2. Contents CV Cover Letter Interview Other Tips Questions

3. CV Have you got one? Key things on there: Who are you? How do I contact you? What have you done? Is it relevant to your application? Don’t waffle in the profile Spellcheck but beware

4. Cover letter What to put in there: Where you saw the ad Why you are suitable Why you want the job Keep it to 3/4 side of A4 Max Type it Tailor it Spell Check Include your contact details

5. Interview Prepare

6. Interview cont. Who is interviewing you? Dress appropriately Think about your body language Don’t be afraid to pause before you answer Keep calm In group interviews address the speaker If unclear of the question, clarify Remember the interview starts when you walk through the door Have some intelligent questions ready

7. Competency based questions Behavioural questions backed up with a request for examples If you can get hold of a job description and person specification before the interview try. Types of Competencies: Influencing skills Decisiveness Team work Creativity Communication Conflict Management Organisational skills Flexibility Leadership

8. Answering Competency based questions Situation Task Achievement Result

9. After the interview The interview is NOT over until you have left the building, are out of sight and sound Send a thank you note / email

10. Other Tips Join Linked in What about Facebook and twitter? Beware! Use your network Be realistic Think about your career early Get experience wherever you can Research what opportunities are available Register with a maximum of 2 agencies Be open minded and flexible

11. Questions