January is the time for resolutions – perhaps yours is to move on and find the ideal next step up the career ladder; or perhaps – in these difficult economic times – the decision to look for a new post is not even your own choice; or maybe you are a recent graduate looking for an internship or your very first professional position. Whatever the case, completing your application and preparing for an interview are critical and integral parts of this process, requiring both excellent written and face-to-face communication skills. If you want to be a successful applicant, you will need to revisit your CV and brush up on your interview technique.
What do YOU find the most challenging about this process? Is there anything in particular YOU would like to get some tips on? Send us a message or post a comment – some of our next posts will give you tips on putting your CV together, writing a great cover letter and how to shine at interview.