Keywords are super important when you are applying for jobs. In order to get past HR - both the computer version (Applicant Tracking Software; ATS) and human version - you'll need to make sure all aspects of your job application contain keywords from the position description or job ad. If you fail to incorporate key words you won't even make it to the 'maybe' pile! The keywords you need to include in your application are the skills (key selection criteria) the employer is see

So, your dream job is up for grabs and you're excited about writing your application. The only problem is they want you to respond to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) but you have no idea how to do this! Eeek! KSC responses are often required for public sector and not-for-profit job applications, and are sometimes required for other roles. TIP: Even if a job ad doesn't specifically ask for a KSC response, it's always a good idea to explain how you meet the KSC in your cover l

So, your dream job is up for grabs and you start your application. The only problem is they want you to respond to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) but you have no idea how to do this. KSC responses are generally required for government and university job applications, and are sometimes required for corporate and not-for-profit roles. And even if a job ad doesn't specifically ask for a KSC response, it's always a good idea to explain how you meet the KSC in your cover letter

To truly market yourself in your CV you need to list your achievements or accomplishments. You need to demonstrate that you have the skills that you claim, and that you have used these skills (and your initiative) to solve a problem in a workplace. Many of my clients say that they can't think of any achievements to put on their CV. They also quite commonly say that they hate talking about how good they are! Women in particular seem to dislike 'boasting' about their accomplish

Keywords are powerful things in the job hunt game. In order to get past HR - both the robot version (document trawling software) and human version - you'll need to make sure all aspects of your job application contain keywords from the position description or job ad. Otherwise your job application won't even make it to the 'maybe' pile. Keywords are generally the skills the employer is seeking. Some examples: leadership, innovation, communication, project management, teamwork