How to apply for a job

1. How to apply for a job. Your professional skills. Steps and tips

Volkorez Maksim & Trubachev Dima

2. The Main Problem: Why Most People Fail

Sending the same CV everywhere: Companies can see a "copy-paste"
CV instantly. It looks boring.
Bad spelling: Small mistakes (like saying "red the adverb" instead of
"read the advert") can lose you the job.
The waiting game: Candidates do not know when to call back or how
to be polite after sending a CV.
No facts: People say "I am a good worker" but they do not give real
examples.

3. Vocabulary

1. Job description – описание работы.
2.Person specification – требования к человеку.
3. To respond accordingly – отвечать правильно (по теме).
4. Enthusiastic and committed – полный энергии и преданный делу.
5. Generic CV – обычное, шаблонное резюме.
6. Supporting statement – сопроводительное письмо.
7. To spot a mistake – найти ошибку.
8. To be shortlisted – попасть в список лучших кандидатов.
9. Essential/Desirable requirements – обязательные/желательные требования.
10. To measure achievements – показывать результаты в цифрах.
11. To inject personality – показать свой характер.
12. To polish to perfection – довести до идеала.
13. Relevant skills – подходящие навыки

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14. To follow up – позвонить или написать после отправки резюме.
15. To be a nuisance – быть назойливым и надоедать.
16. To establish contact – подружиться, наладить контакт.
17. To bring to this position – дать этой работе (свой опыт).
18. To put people at ease – делать так, чтобы людям было спокойно.
19. Greatest strength/weakness – главный плюс / минус.
20. To work overtime – работать сверхурочно (лишнее время).
21. To look forward to hearing from you – с нетерпением ждать ответа.
22. To articulate skills – понятно говорить о своих навыках.
23. Mission statement – главная цель компании.
24. To meet deadlines – делать работу вовремя.
25. To adapt accordingly – подстраиваться под ситуацию.

5.  Rule 1: Do Your Research

Rule 1: Do Your Research
Read the company's website before you apply.
Do not send the same CV to all companies. Make a new version for
every job.
Make sure you have at least 75% of the things they want from a worker.

6. Rule 2: "Tell Me About Yourself"

Rule 2: "Tell Me About Yourself"
The Bad Way (The "Spike the Dog" story): Do not tell your whole life
story. Don't talk about your pets and brothers!
The Good Way: Speak for 2 minutes.
• Past: Say how many years of experience you have.
• Present: Say what you can do now.
• Future: Say why you want to work here.

7.  Rule 3: Use Stories to Prove Your Skills

Rule 3: Use Stories to Prove Your Skills
Don't just say "I am a leader." Use a real story!
Story: A girl named Vivian wanted a job at the Olympics. She talked
about making clay pots in a summer camp.
Lesson: This story showed that she can lead children and be
responsible. Small stories can show big skills.

8. Rule 4: How to Follow Up

Wait 1 or 2 weeks after you send your CV.
Call or email from Tuesday to Thursday.
Do not call on Mondays (people have too many emails) or Fridays
(people want to go home).
Don't be aggressive. Just ask if they received your email.

9. Rule 5: Politeness on the Interview

Grammar: Don't ask directly "What is your strength?"
Use polite forms: "May I ask what your greatest strength is?" (Put the
word "is" at the end!).
Smile: It helps to hide that you are nervous and shows that you are
confident.

10. Rule 6: "Why Should We Hire You?"

Rule 6: "Why Should We Hire You?"
Give them 3 strong reasons:
• I meet deadlines (я делаю всё вовремя).
• I deliver what I promise (я делаю то, что обещал).
• I make my managers look good (я помогаю своему боссу быть успешным)
Be enthusiastic! Show them that you really want this job

11. Final Tips

Check your Spam folder on your email! Invites often go there.
Let a human (a friend) read your CV. Spellcheckers can miss bad
mistakes.
Check the company's Mission Statement to see if you like their goals.

12. Task

Fill in the gaps with the correct words or phrases:
• Before applying, always read the company’s __________ to understand the
role.
• A good candidate should be __________ and committed to their work.
• Don’t send a __________ CV to every company – adapt it!
• It’s important to __________ your achievements using numbers and facts.
• After sending your CV, don’t forget to __________ within a week or two.
• Try to __________ contact with the employer during the hiring process.
• Employers look for candidates with __________ skills for the position.
• Always check your CV carefully to __________ any mistakes.
• During the interview, speak clearly and __________ your skills.
• A good employee can __________ deadlines and work efficiently.

13. Task

• Interviewer: “Tell me about yourself.”
a) I was born in 2005, I have a dog and two brothers.
b) I have 2 years of experience, I am currently studying, and I would
like to grow in your company.
c) I don’t know what to say.
Interviewer: “Why should we hire you?”
a) Because I need money.
b) I think I am better than other candidates.
c) I meet deadlines, I deliver what I promise, and I am very motivated.

14. Task

• You want to ask about your strengths politely:
a) What is my strength?
b) Tell me my strengths.
c) May I ask what my greatest strength is?
After sending your CV, you call the company. What do you say?
a) Why didn’t you answer me?
b) I just wanted to check if you received my CV.
c) Answer me as soon as possible!

15. Task

• During the interview, you feel nervous. What should you do?
a) Stay silent.
b) Smile and speak clearly.
c) Say that you are too nervous to continue.
Interviewer: “Do you have relevant skills?”
a) Yes, I am a good person.
b) Yes, I can give examples of my experience and achievements.
c) I don’t think skills are important.

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