• Job Hunt Tip: The ‘Tell me about yourself’ interview question doesn’t mean give a life summary. They want to know only what’s relevant about you to the job.

  • Job Hunt Tip: A cover letter is not a summary of your CV, and should not be more than one page.

  • Job Hunt Tip: Never stop applying for jobs while you are waiting to hear back from a potential employer. Worst case, you will be juggling multiple job offers.

  • Job Hunt Tip: Do not apply for every job you find. This can be a waste of time. Rather focus on what you are qualified for.

  • Job Hunt Tip: Maintain and expand your skillset by enrolling in various training courses and taking an interest in new technology to make yourself hirable.

  • Job Hunt Tip: If you’re worried about your social media presence, make your profiles private, and then set up new ones to be seen by potential employers.

  • Job Hunt Tip: Make sure your LinkedIn profile includes a professional-looking, clear photograph of you.

  • 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.