Hand-signed Correctly spelled Job-related websites Grammatically correct State or private recruitment agency Asking for an interview Encouragemnt to read the CV Direct employer contact Relevant examples of past experiences Personal network Relevant skills and competences Classified newspaper ads Job position requested Where to look for jobs Study and train for job interviews and to become more professional Preparation Be precise in the management of the whole process Organisation Send documents Submission Prepare necessary documents and review social media Introduction Clear-cut paragraphs Addressed personally to the recruiter Not too long It should make an important impression about the candidate's personality It should include any information that is pertinent to the position a candidate is applying for It should be adapted to every job Features Give an insight into the reasons why a person is looking for a job Attract the attention of the recruiter Action Identify prospective employers and jobs Demonstrate what type of core values one can bring to the company Define one s personal brand Analysis Identify kind of job to do Research Aim Document that is sent together with a CV in order to apply for the position an applicant would like to get Main steps The steps of a job search The cover letter EMPLOYEES Preparing for a job search The Curriculum Vitae (CV) invest in Personal branding Impression others have of a person It builds up by putting interactions, reputation, personality, skills, and experiences all together Way to promote oneself in a way that has credibility Document that describes an applicant s educational and employment history including other relevant personal information Features Customised to the particular job Engaging Updated Concise Block of headed information work on Hard skills Abilities that can be taught and learnt at school or in the workplace Easily recognised and evaluated by a prospective employer Soft skills Abilities that are neither taught nor learnt but developed in everyday situations They help individuals do their job well, manage their life and have healthy interactions and relationships with other people Grammatically correct No typos Types Chronological CV Focuses on work history and experiences Functional CV Emphasises skills and personal qualities Combined CV Combines chronological and functional Sections Personal and contact details Personal statement or CV summary Qualifications, education and training Work experience Achievements, skills and competences Extra sections Europass European set of template documents and tools helping applicants manage every step of their learning and career 264