Job Hunt Tip: Be knowledgeable for your interview. Appearing ignorant and disinterested about a prospective employer is a bad idea.

Job Hunt Tip: Volunteer work in your chosen field may get your foot in the door, or at least broaden your network.

Job Hunt Tip: Appear upbeat. Even if you are having a bad day, do not let outside circumstances affect your demeanour in an interview.

Job Hunt Tip: If you know someone in a company at which you’d like to work, work that angle. It’s the greatest chance of getting your foot in the door.

Job Hunt Tip: Always give supporting examples in your interviews to add to your credibility.

Job Hunt Tip: Networking and relationship management is key. Do not burn any bridges when you leave a company, as you never know when you may need them again.

Job Hunt Tip: Every time something significant occurs in your career, record it so you don’t later forget something that could be vital to your CV.

Job Hunt Tip: Make sure you have a voicemail system in place in the case that potential employers or recruiters need to contact you when you are unavailable.

Job Hunt Tip: Before going into an interview, put your cellphone away. If you put it on the table, it may give the impression that you’re distracted.

Job Hunt Tip: Have digital copies of your ID, high school certificate and university academic record prepared in case you’re asked to attach these to your CV.