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When you start applying for jobs it is advisable to apply to different types of organizations. In today’s fast changing scenario you never know where your skills may be put to use. Without limiting yourself to a particular job definition you could make an effort to diversify and then develop job specific skills. So your resume for each job that you apply to should be different, it should be customized according to the job requirements.
Where should the spotlight be?
The listing of your educational qualifications and work experience need not be the same for every job that you apply to. Analyze the kind of work that you feel they expect and elaborate on your skills in that aspect. Let us assume that a graduate in computer science applies for the job of a sales executive in a software company. Well the software related skills are important, he should be mentioning that but what needs to be elaborated upon is his ‘people’ skills. A sales executive needs to meet a lot of people and sell his product/concept, and even if the product is of very high quality its features need to be highlighted and showcased. So the type of person that the company would be looking for would be a person with excellent communication skills backed by knowledge of software. Emphasis can be laid on interaction with people like teamwork during projects, visiting various companies to showcase and test one’s project and presentations made if any can be mentioned, as it points out public speaking skills.
Spell out your willingness clearly
Evaluate the organization that you are applying to. Multinational companies expect their employees to change their place of operation from time to time. If you have no objections to that, then tell them so. Indicate clearly your willingness to work in any place in the country. This is a point that will work in your favour. If the profile indicates traveling and you are game for it, do spell out your willingness to travel. Similarly it is important to clearly state the number of languages you know and your level of proficiency in them. This will indicate the best region for you to operate in.
On the job training
There are many organizations that provide on the job training too, for this you require an open and positive attitude. If an organization offers on the job training, it does not reflect poorly on your existing qualifications but rather it aims to supplement and mould your skills to the requirements of the job. So, before applying, do your homework and find out about the organization and if on the job training is the norm, do indicate your willingness to enhance your skills.
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