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How to write job application?

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Application for a Job: Consists of two parts (1) your bio-data and (2) a covering letter. Bio-data is often referred to as curriculum vitae or resume. The application including the bio-data creates an impression of the candidate in the selector’s mind. To make sure that your application is taken seriously, there are there things you must follow :

(i) Compile accurate information about your life. Include details like age, academic qualifications, co-curricular activities, work experience, publications, seminars attended and membership held.

(ii) Present the information properly for there is one thing you must remember. It is through your packaging that the employer gets a clear picture of your personality. AH the information that you provide must be chronologically arranged in reverse order and there must be sub-headings wherever possible. For instance, work experience should be explained in a proper reverse sequence.

(iii) The bio-data should be formulated impressively with margins on both the left and right hand sides of the paper. The left hand margin should be about 4 cms vide and the right margin 2 cms. The top and bottom margins should be about 3 cms. Type your name and the designation you are applying for on the top of the page. Read your semi-final draft for corrections, make the necessary changes, and make the final draft thereafter, do not make corrections with a pen. When you make a bio-data, there is one thing you must remember a good bio-data, and half your jobs is done.

This article has been written by KJ Singh a MBA Graduate from a prestigious Business School In India
Article Published:January 4, 2012

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