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WORD DOCUMENTS AND FILE SIZES
What is a WORD document and how can I make sure it is 2MB?
A lot of our candidates are unsure when it comes to us asking them for a WORD document that is a certain size. We hope that this short blog article will help you better understand what we mean when we ask you for such a file to be uploaded to our database.
When reading this blog, we suggest you have a look at your CV, and check if it matches the information below.
WORD is a program created by Microsoft and it has a logo that looks like this:
Our free online application process only accepts CVs that have been typed out in WORD format. You can also make sure your document is a word document by looking at the file name. If it says the file name and ends in .doc, you know it is a word file. Unfortunately, you cannot upload a scanned image or a PDF.
In order to make sure it is within the 2MB (2 megabytes) size limit, all you need to do is right-click on the file, go to properties and it will give you a file size. If it is over 2MB, you may need to take out some information or compress the file. You can find compress applications online, and they are free.
Microsoft offers some more information about how to reduce the size of your word documents here.
If it is a WORD document and less than 2MB, you are ready to upload your CV to our online application!
Looking for a job?
Please visit our jobseeker page, and upload your C.V to our nationwide database! Should a potential job offer open, and you are considered, we will contact you!
Looking for staff?
Let our dedicated and hard-working team of consultants find you the perfect candidate. Please visit our employer page and tell us what you are looking for!
Nail that Video Interview and Get the Job
Nail that Video Interview and Get the Job
It’s safe to say that the last 18 months have been a challenge for jobseekers, employees and employers alike with the onset of the COVID pandemic and the subsequent shift in the professional work environment. In many industries, where possible, a remote working setup has been implemented to best protect ourselves and the people around us.
This was previously thought to be impossible but all of us, all over the globe, have been forced to adapt and it’s become quite clear that remote working is not only possible, but in many ways beneficial.
Families are able to spend more time together, employees save money on transport costs and employers can even save on their overheads for office space and infrastructure.
Having said that, it also comes with its very real challenges which we’ve been forced to overcome on a personal and organisational level. We’ve all had to learn and master the online meeting, the use of personal messaging software and the use of video calling services such as Skype and Zoom.
One aspect of the professional realm that has also been forced to shift is the recruitment function, with many companies choosing not to or being unable to interview face-to-face, thereby making it necessary to interview via the digital channels mentioned above. The preparation process for a video interview differs slightly from that of a tradition interview, let’s have a chat about how to best prepare for a video interview.
It goes without saying that for any interview the standard rules for success will apply.
Make sure to do your research on the employer that you’re interviewing with, this will allow you to ask intelligent questions and have informed discussions with your interview or interviewers, immediately putting you in a favourable position.
The next step is to ensure that you’re dressed for the part, make sure you’re in the appropriate dress wear for the position and arrive neat, a good first impression is extremely valuable.
If you’re interviewing in person be sure to arrive timeously, with enough time to complete any documentation that might be necessary before the interview. The experts at Greys Recruitment recommend arriving 15 minutes prior to your interview.
In the event of a video interview it’s best to be ready to join the meeting a few minutes early, in case your interviewer is ready early. You also need to be mentally sharp to stand out from the crowd so it pays to get enough rest the night before.
Make the effort to brainstorm and visualize the interview prior to entering it, prepare any questions that you may have and try to pre-empt any questions that you may be asked. Write them down. This will allow you to confidently address any questions and will likely impress you interviewer.
Finally, and most importantly for video interviews, is to understand the video calling platform that you will be using for the interview. Your interviewer will likely be extremely busy and may have multiple interviews lined up for the same day; you cannot afford to have problems entering the meeting due to technical issues. Taking the time to set up your account and test the system beforehand will ensure that the video interview goes smoothly.
Following the above advice will place you in the best possible position to nail that interview and land your dream job. Remember, looking for a job is a job within itself and the more work you put into the preparation stage the better chance of success you’ll stand.
Best of luck to you!
Looking for a job?
Please visit our jobseeker page, and upload your C.V to our nationwide database! Should a potential job offer open, and you are considered, we will contact you!
Looking for staff?
Let our dedicated and hard-working team of consultants find you the perfect candidate. Please visit our employer page and tell us what you are looking for!
JOBSEEKER – HOW TO GET FOUND BY RECRUITERS
Recruiters are very busy individuals and time is of the essence in this industry. When it comes to sourcing candidates that are looking for jobs, this process takes a while, especially when it comes to finding contact information! This blog post will highlight briefly, how the recruitment process works and some of the best practices when it comes to making yourself easy to find.
Here is a crash course in how the recruitment process works:
Summed up, a client needs a staff member, so they request the assistance of a recruiter in finding them the perfect candidate. The recruiter then needs to find candidates by any means necessary. The first way, is to go online, and try and locate candidate C.V’s. After they have found a few viable candidates, they need to contact those candidate. Now the problem is, a lot of people do not have enough of an online presence for them to do so, and then miss the opportunity to find a job or a better one in most cases.
How to increase your chances of being found:
Online Job and Jobseeker Portals:
As you can see, recruiters use various online portals to source their candidates. This can be done by advertising and having the candidates apply, or actively looking for them on job seeker portals.
Here is a list of some of the portals they use:
- Pnet
- Careers24
- Career Junction
- Indeed
- Career Jet
- Job Mail
- Best Jobs
- Gumtree
- Jobvine
- Bizcommunity
- Github
One way of always making sure you can be found is having your UPDATED C.V on the various jobseeker portals, one example being Pnet. This is a portal where you can upload your C.V, elaborate on your qualifications and skill set, and leave contact information! This allows recruiters to save time by finding your updated C.V and having your contact information ready for them to call you.
Social Media:
Facebook and Linkedin are the primary social media portals that recruiters use to try and find extra information about the candidates they are trying to source. They look at:
- Education (qualifications etc)
- Employment History
- How you present yourself
Advice to you is; always keep this up to date, and remember that your social media profiles speak volumes about you, and if you are in the job market, you want to make sure that your profile gives off a professional feel.
See how important social media presence and profiles are?
Looking for a job?
Please visit our jobseeker page, and upload your C.V to our nationwide database! Should a potential job offer open, and you are considered, we will contact you!
Looking for staff?
Let our dedicated and hard working team of consultants find you the perfect candidate. Please visit our employer page and tell us what you are looking for!
Comprehensive Guide to Free Online CV Registration
A lot of candidates that I speak to find themselves in shock when I say that they don’t need to pay a recruitment fee when registering with Measured Ability.
The truth of the matter is, you should never need to pay a ‘sign up’ fee when you are going through a recruitment agency. There should be NO HIDDEN COSTS. We as a recruitment agency, invest in you. We market you to our clients when a suitable job spec comes in.
The magic comes in with our online database. All you need to do is go to our jobseeker page, select your skill level, fill in a basic online application form and upload your CV. Please make sure your CV is in word format and less than 2MB. If you are not sure what is meant by that, please read here.
Here is a quick walk through of how the process looks:
First, you will need to visit our jobseeker page and select the skill level you fall under.
Secondly, you will be taken to a page that looks like this. There is a disclaimer at the bottom that you should read.
Thirdly, scroll down and you will see the beginning of the online application form. Please try and fill out as much information as possible. The more information you have, the easier it is for our consultants to find your information when looking for suitable candidates. To learn more about the recruitment process and the search techniques we use, read our blogs on Boolean Logic and the overall recruitment process.
Lastly, you will be asked to upload your CV and press submit. The program will ask you a few more question about your employment and education history.
Once you have completed the free online registration process, you will be captured on our database forever, no payment needed, ever.
Looking for a job?
Please visit our jobseeker page, and upload your C.V to our nationwide database! Should a potential job offer open, and you are considered, we will contact you!
Looking for staff?
Let our dedicated and hard working team of consultants find you the perfect candidate. Please visit our employer page and tell us what you are looking for!