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What's your pitch?
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 02:49 PM, updated 12y ago
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Hey guys,
As a regular user of JobStreet, I'm curious as to if any of you has a different pitch for different applications? Also, can you provide an example to a great pitch that makes you stand out in your application at JobStreet?
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 03:02 PM
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QUOTE(Randy Marsh @ Jan 29 2014, 02:51 PM) I use the same pitch for every jobs I apply.  It's tough for me as a foreigner to apply with the same pitch, though. I wonder what other pitches applicants use to make them stand out more.
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 03:24 PM
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QUOTE(Randy Marsh @ Jan 29 2014, 03:06 PM) From my point of view, I think you should pick the statement that says the most about you and what you want to be, and make it the highlight of your pitch. I doubted that employers will read them but I fill it up anyways. Yeah, I think so too. I mean, in Australia, most online job boards and all other job ads require applicants to provide both cover letter and resume. I was very surprised that I didn't really need to do one. By any chance, can you help me review a cover letter I'm about to send to banks and financial institutions? I'm currently looking for a full-time position and have no professional experience in the field and I would very much like an entry-level role and build myself from thereon. I haven't got anyone review it and the Resume/Cover letter thread doesn't seem to be responding so I doubt I'd get early responses. Can you help me with the favour, please?
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 03:37 PM
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QUOTE(Randy Marsh @ Jan 29 2014, 03:27 PM) I don't think I'm qualified to do so but I can give it a try.  Give me some time, reediting the letter. Edited: Thanks though! This post has been edited by Mundane: Jan 29 2014, 03:40 PM
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 03:55 PM
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Here you go!
This post has been edited by Mundane: Jan 29 2014, 06:51 PM
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 04:52 PM
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Yeah, I'm aware. I think it's mostly because of work permit issues and also that having a Malaysian resident or citizen is much more guaranteeing and comforting for them.
Edited: What do you think of the cover letter?
This post has been edited by Mundane: Jan 29 2014, 04:52 PM
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TSMundane
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Jan 29 2014, 06:09 PM
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Ah, thanks for the feedback guys.
Edited: If you're a foreigner looking for opportunities in the financial service industry, do you list your nationality in your resume?
This post has been edited by Mundane: Jan 29 2014, 06:21 PM
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