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Start from the job description. Take note of the qualifications the employer is seeking. In situations where there is very limited information on the job posting, consider sourcing a job posting for an equivalent role. Identify what you consider to be the top 2 - 4 most important job requirements. You can sometimes determine the highest priority by noting the order in which an item appears (those near the top of a job ad tend to be the most important) and/or the number of instances a term is mentioned. Using the chart below, record these under ‘Job requirements’ in the left column, doing your best to rank them from most to least important.
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TIPTip: You can add to this chart any time you have new experiences. By doing so you are actively curating ideas and examples for future job applications! |
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Crosby, O. (1999). Resumes, Applications, and Cover Letters. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, 43(2).