How to master the art of being appealing to recruiters?

Waiting for that call back from your dream job?

We get it. In a dynamic job market like Dubai’s, the quest to stand out to recruiters is one many aren’t able to crack simply because it requires a nuanced understanding of standing out and selling yourself, that goes beyond the basics.

So, our in-house recruitment experts are here to help! We have an extensive guide designed to delve deep into the smart ways of making yourself appealing to recruiters, and providing a wealth of detailed tips and insights to take your career to new heights.

Crafting an outstanding resume

This one’s pretty obvious, but gone are the days where a white and blue resume kept you standing out in front of other candidates. It’s now time to add some colours, and descriptions there about your skill set, qualifications and your previous experience.

Here are our tips to tailoring the content on your resume:

1. Create multiple versions of your resume, customising each to align with specific job applications - This might sound tedious, but if you are multi-skilled and open to different jobs, you would have to tailor your resume a couple of times to match those skills.

2. Emphasise relevant skills and experiences tailored to the nuances of each role - This ties in with the previous point of altering your resume based on your skillset.

How to quantify achievements

1. Use quantifiable metrics to showcase the impact of your contributions in previous positions - This could mean, if you have worked in a creative role previously for example, you want to present a portfolio of your previous works.

Why incorporating keywords helps

1. Identify industry-specific keywords and integrate them strategically throughout your resume - Study exactly what people are talking about in that specific market and apply those keywords to your resume, it's likely to get the attention of recruiters.

2. Optimise your Linkedin Profile to its full capacity! Linkedin goes beyond just searching for jobs, it’s also great for networking, for sharing career achievements and personal opinions. These things help attract more eyeballs to your page and who knows, one post could make your content viral and land you an interview at your dream job!

Build an engaging cover letter/summary

1. Craft a concise yet compelling summary that narrates your professional journey and highlights your unique strengths - You can use storytelling techniques to make your profile memorable.

2. Endorse your creative skills - Actively seek endorsements for your key skills and reciprocate to build a robust online reputation, this is pretty easy on Linkedin as you could ask your older colleagues, or mentors for references.

Why you should showcase a robust online presence

1. Establish an online portfolio or personal website to showcase your projects, achievements, and professional journey - No, we don’t mean just an Instagram account but rather a website or collective portfolio that can be the backbone of your previous experience. Recruiters highly appreciate that.

2. Ensure your online presence aligns with your professional persona, projecting a positive image to recruiters. You want to do this by conducting a thorough review of your public social media profiles.

Use your network to your advantage

1. Attend events and actively participate in industry events, webinars, and local meet-ups to expand your network. You are also very likely to meet recruiters in these places.

Have informational interviews

1. Seek constructive interviews with seasoned professionals to gain insights and build valuable relationships. Better yet, these interviews can give you insight into how you can better yourself during interviews.

Use these conversations to understand industry trends and tailor your career strategy.

Keep continuously developing your skill set

1. Take courses and always work on bettering yourself. You could enrol in specialised online courses on platforms such as Coursera, LinkedIn Learning, or Udemy.

2. Stay abreast of industry trends by acquiring new skills relevant to your career goals. And to keep up with current trends, recruiters appreciate being able to have conversations about these matters.

Learn to highlight your achievements, centre stage!

1. Use the cover letter to elaborate on key achievements mentioned in your resume, make sure to provide context and narrative to showcase your capabilities effectively.

The act of mastering your interview

1. Start with research, you want to know everything about this company you are applying to. Deep-dive into the company's values, culture, recent achievements, and future goals. Showcase your genuine interest in becoming a part of the organisation. This helps for any curveball questions asked.

Build your own questions for the interviewer

1. Being the only one interviewed is so last season. You know, recruiters appreciate when you ask them questions too!

2. Start by developing insightful questions that reflect your understanding of the company and the industry. This can also showcase your enthusiasm and engagement with the company's mission and objectives.

Hope this guide was helpful!

The journey to make yourself appealing to recruiters is an intricate process that demands attention to detail across every facet of your professional persona. By meticulously implementing the detailed tips outlined in this guide, you're not merely aiming to stand out; you're positioning yourself as an invaluable asset in the eyes of recruiters.

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