Job applications (all your questions answered)

This week we break down the dos and don’ts of job applications — from using AI to help write your application to understanding what employers really look for. All your questions answered. 

Guest: Sally Brown, careers adviser, UEA 

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallybrown-careersconsultant-writer/

Questions: 

What advice do you have if you’re looking to work abroad?

I have a gap in my employment history, how can I explain this?

Can I use AI to write my application? Will they notice?

How important is social media during the application process?

What advice do you have if I’m applying to a new industry?

How important is LinkedIn?

Most common CV mistakes

What is the difference between a personal statement and a cover letter?

Qualification or experience? Which is most important?

Writing a personal statement for your CV: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/writing-a-personal-statement-for-your-cv 

How to write a CV: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/how-to-write-a-cv 

Write a successful job application: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/applying-for-jobs/write-a-successful-job-application 

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This episode was recorded at SOUNDYARD