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1)    Make your CV and covering letter unique

A subtle border and underlining or printing on slightly thicker CV paper could give you the slight edge over your competition.
http://www.soon.org.uk/cvpage.htm

2)    Widen your horizons

If you have been looking in the same newspapers for jobs then you need to widen your search. Maybe post your CV online on a few other job sites, apply to a company who you have never worked for before.

3)    Networking like crazy

Get to know people who are in the industry go  to networking events. Join the companies Facebook, Ning and Twitter page. Ever thought of working abroad. http://www.goworkabroad.co.uk/how-to-find-a-job-abroad.html

4)    Where do you fit in

You need to work for a company where you will fit in.. Look at companies websites, opening hours, employee benefits and assess whether they work life balance fits your ideal. http://www.quintcareers.com/work-life_balance_tips.html

5)    Be encouraged

 Remember you may be going to hundreds of interviews and being turned down; keep going until you get your “yes.” Thomas Edison tried 1000’s of times before he was successful with the light bulb. http://www.thomasedison.com/

6)    Do your homework and be prepared

When you go for an interview, always get there early and make sure you have done your homework  e.g. key people, key targets and challenges.

http://career-advice.monster.co.uk/?WT.srch=1&WT.mc_n=Srch_UK_SK_G_CAR&s_kwcid=TC|21030|preparing%20for%20an%20interview||S|e|5789381322

7)    Timing is crucial

Be on time.

8)    Dress for the job

Make sure that you look the part. First impressions count. http://www.cvtips.com/interview/what-to-wear-for-a-job-interview.html

9)    Show off your gifted and talented side

Mention your charity bungee jumping, some employers may be looking for this type of person for their company. Show the blogs that you have written and any new ideas that you have that will improve the efficiency of the company.

http://www.cvtips.com/job-search/extra-curricular-activities-can-be-a-help-when-looking-for-a-job.html

 

10)     Question Time

Remember interviews are a two way process. Have a list of five key questions, e.g. on an article that you have read recently or an interesting workshop you attended.

http://www.howtobooks.co.uk/employment/interviews/questions-to-ask.asp