Five reasons Dubai employers reject your resume

8 years ago | Posted in: Classifieds, Jobs | 2070 Views

Finding a job is not an easy task, especially in an emirate like Dubai where candidates from over 200 countries are vying for lucrative positions.

What is it that will make you stand out from the rest of the candidates, if you have the same qualifications and experience? It’s your resume. Your resume reaches your prospective recruiter before you do, and makes the first impression.

Here are five reasons employers reject your resume:

1. Your resume is too long: A resume is not a book, nor is it an article. Your resume should convey the maximum information in the fewest of words. The longer your resume, the greater the chances of the employer of tossing it aside simply because he/she doesn’t have the time to go through it.

2. You list irrelevant work experience: Many people take up jobs in more than one field, but this doesn’t mean you squeeze in everything in your resume. Your resume should be tailored for the job you are applying for, and unnecessary information should be left out. The recruiter only wants to know your skills that will be of use in the field you are applying for. A crisper resume will show you are focused, and can stick to the task at hand.

3. Typo, bad English: Spelling mistakes and bad grammar are the first things any recruiter will notice. Before giving a detailed look at your resume, a recruiter is most likely to give a cursory glance, and a spelling mistake is something you cannot afford. Proof-read your resume before sending it out.

4. You don’t highlight your achievements correctly: Nobody wants to know if you won a painting competition in school. Write out your relevant achievements correctly and also how they have helped the company. Spell out the role you have played and the direct result of your achievement. Explain what exactly you did, the challenges you faced and how you overcame those. Again, it’s important to stick to the role you are applying for.

5. You don’t have a clear objective: The internet is full of resume objectives, and recruiters probably have them memorized. So don’t make the mistake of lifting something off the web. Tailor your objective for the position you are applying for. List out what you intent to do if you get that job. The recruiter should know the goals you have for his/her company specifically.

Happy job hunting!

source: Khaleejtimes

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