I’ve just graduated with a degree for events management, but I can’t seem to score an interview. What can I do to make potential employers notice me?

Get red-carpet ready with these easy tips!

I’ve just graduated with a degree for events management, but I can’t seem to score an interview. What can I do to make potential employers notice me? – Huiqin, 23

Thursday, 15 September 2011 13:28

Eileen Chieng, Head of Marketing, http://www.jobstreet.com.sg says:

A potential employer has to look through thousands of resumes before shortlisting the candidates for an interview. Since your resume is your first point of contact with the potential employer, take the extra effort to look through your resume.

Highlight what you can do clearly

Does it highlight to the potential employer why should you be hired and how can you value add to the company? Here are some tips to consider before you submit your next resume. Make sure to be clear and specific about your accomplishments and achievements and ensure the overall layout or presentation of your resume gives a good visual appeal.

Use Keywords

Alternatively you can also make your resume stands out by using keywords. With the many resumes that the potential employer has to go through, keywords help potential employers pick out your talents and abilties when scanning your resume. Industry-related keywords helps your email stand out amongst the thousands of resume your potential employer receives.

Make it yours

Lastly, there isn’t a one size fits all resume. A tailored resume definitely has a higher chance of being shortlisted for an interview. Check this out for tips on writing different types of resume formats.

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COMMENTS (1)

Event management, important would be how well you organized your resume as that is the first impression I would have. If you have a very confusing layout and length words stating all your qualifications, I might be interested if I have the time to read through all but FYI in this industry, time is precious. Everything is fast so get it short and straight to the point and try to keep the layout as simple as possible. Even if when they call you for interview arrangement, on the phone, try to be convincing in your speech that you'll be there .

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