So, you’ve been to school, to college and perhaps even university. You’re trying to find an internship or even a permanent job. You sit down to write your CV and you suddenly think…’What skills do I actually have to offer?’
People who achieve their goals are moved by inspiration or desperation. If you’re moved by both you’ll reach your goal even quicker. If you’re still stuck in a job you dislike, chances are you don’t hate it THAT much or you would have done something about it. Or you are possibly not inspired because you don’t really know…
A recent poll by recruitment group Reed found that 96% of employers would hire someone who did not have a complete set of skills but displayed the right attitude over an applicant with the perfect skills but who lacked the right mindset. The top 6 ranked attitudes were commitment, honesty, trustworthiness, adaptability and accountability.
How long do you think it would be before you were making a significant contribution to the team/company? This is quite subjective as the company will have to give you enough time to adapt and to feel confortable about the business and the daily tasks. However, you should show them that you have confidence in your own skills…
Why do you want this job? This is certainly one of the most important questions for any employer. The answer should reflect your personality, your current mindset and motivation for the job. Stress the positive aspects which have attracted you to applying for this position. Do not mention any negative side of this or any of your previous job experiences.
