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masterelr
post Jun 16 2005, 04:27 PM

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I've got a question.
If I go for a walk-in interview, do I need to bring a resume with me? What if I don't? Maybe I'm too lazy to make one or something. I mean the interview is more than enough, right? What if I do bring along a resume. Would they still bother going through it?
And lets say that the interview went quite well. But my resume is like the worst resume ever. Would that blow my chance of getting employed?
Thanks for any help.. laugh.gif
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post Jun 23 2005, 03:45 AM

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Thanks for the info. I also want to know if a CV is the same as a resume?
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post Aug 21 2005, 04:13 PM

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This is a sample of a resume I found online. I'm wondering if its ok if I use this kind of format. Or is it too simple? It does not include the cover letter does it? What does " Resume reference:" mean?
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I am looking for a job which either involved in ICT industry or non-ICT industry. I am computer literated person and have basic skills in computer science or information technology including C++, Visual Basic, MySQL and some knowledge in web development. I am good at teaching and have an interesting personality such as outgoing, flexible and good in communication and being middle person. I am a fresh graduate with very little experience except during my training period in NovaMSC Bhd, Technology Park Malaysia where I helped in the development of a system called Sumber Putra II for Perbadanan Putrajaya. I could speak and write excellently in B.Melayu and English.


Resume reference:  zaUWYJ9z 
Date last updated:  7 July 2005 
     
Education:  Bachelor's degree - Information Technology major in Information System Engineering 
Experience:  Just finished studying 
Employment situation:  Looking for my first job 
Salary expectations:  Rm 1800 - rm 2200 
Availability:  Immediately 
Type of employment:  Full Time 
Location:  Melaka - Jasin 
Looking to work in:  Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Pulau Pinang, Putrajaya, Selangor, Terengganu 
Age:  22 
Gender:  Female 
Marital status:  Single 
Own transport:  Yes 
Driver's license:  Yes 
Citizenship:  Malaysia 
Right to work  Yes, I have citizenship 
English level:  Fluent 
Malay level:  Native speaker

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post Aug 21 2005, 10:56 PM

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Thanks for the feedback Geminist. Indeed it does look a bit simple.... shocking.gif
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post Aug 22 2005, 01:49 PM

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I read from somewhere that it is better to print your resume using a laser printer and high quality paper. Is this true? I only have a cheap printer and some normal A4 papers at home. Won't that do?
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post Aug 22 2005, 02:52 PM

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Eh..not really. I was just asking but thanks for the reply. smile.gif
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post Aug 26 2005, 09:43 PM

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Hey,
I got this example from another site. I want to know if its ok to end my cover letter something like this:

Aware of my lacking experience, I determine to learn faster, work harder and commit more so that I can quickly come up to speed in making profit to your company. One benefit of having lack experience is I haven't learnt any bad habits that other applicants may have acquired; therefore I will only do it in YOUR WAY as thats the only way I'll know.

One thing these pieces of paper can't show you is that I'm a NICE guy. Really! I know you need someone who has emotional intelligence, and works and communicates courteously with other team members -- that's me. With this in mind, I would welcome the opportunity for an interview so I can meet you face to face and get a better idea on what you're looking for and for you to see how I might 'FIT' into your company.

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post Aug 26 2005, 11:01 PM

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Ha...thanks for the feedback, dreamer101.
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post Sep 3 2005, 06:54 PM

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Hey..I need help here.
I wanted to try out something different so I'm applying for a position as a management trainee after getting my degree in computing. The problem is I don't know what to list out as my skills since most of my skills are computer related such as C++, Java, Linux, SQL, MS Office, Macromedia, Rational Rose, Adobe Photoshop, ect, which I think has nothing to do with the management trainee position. I've worked as a sales admin for a few months and I've developed communication skills so maybe I can add that in.
What else should I add? I've never managed any big projects or anything.
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post Sep 3 2005, 07:58 PM

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I've never been a scout but me and my friends did get together to plan and open a stall selling stuffs during a fair. I mentioned in my cover letter that I used to be the group leader during group projects and during that time I've developed project management skills, documentation writing skills and meeting deadline but I'm not sure if that should be included or repeated in the resume.
As for team sports, I used to be in a football team that always loses. rolleyes.gif
Should I put Good Learning Ability and Good Time Management Ability as my strenghts or skills? Now I'm confused.
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post Sep 3 2005, 11:58 PM

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I'll try to think of some. Thanks!
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post Sep 8 2005, 01:39 AM

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Hey.
I want to know how do I start my cover letter if I found out about the vacancy from JobStreet?
For example if I found out about the vacancy from The Star newspaper, my cover letter starts off something like "I am responding to your advertisement in The Star (dated 01/09/05), regarding the Management Trainee position.".

I'm thinking of starting something like this:
In reading JobStreet's homepage recently, I noticed vacancies for Management Trainee. This sparked my interest as I am looking for opportunities to work in this industry.

Will that be ok?
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post Sep 8 2005, 02:13 PM

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QUOTE(jsm @ Sep 8 2005, 06:46 AM)
Your cover-letter should not be full of unimportant details such as where you learned about the job posting unless requested by the company.  You should focus your effort on  using the cover letter to highlight why you are ideal for the position.  I can almost recognize a form letter without reading it and it will be disposed off.  A personal letter, especially hand-written will however stand out to me and may get some additional consideration.
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I'll keep that in mind. Thanks!

This post has been edited by masterelr: Sep 10 2005, 12:11 AM

 

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