The SportsGrad Podcast #110: Daniel Simons (Golf Australia) - How to Master your Job Application
"There's a 5 second window which you've got to impress me"
How long does each job application take you to submit?
2 hours to write and review?
If the work you put into those 120 minutes isn't outstanding, in a handful of seconds you'll be cast aside according to Daniel Simons.
Brutal, we know... but that's the reality in a field of "600 resumes" per entry level job.
However all is not lost...
In this episode, Dan shares absolutely everything you need to know to beat the odds.
We cover:
- What section Dan looks at first on a resume
- How to make sure your resume gets noticed in a sea of 600
- The 2 most common resume traps and how to avoid them
- How to transfer your skills from another industry
- How to ensure you address everything the job description asks for
- Practical ways to sell yourself on paper
- Plus much more
"Goodness me, that was comprehensive" - Ryan, post recording.
If you're interested in the job application preparation techniques mentioned in the episode, check out the Sports Industry Applications course: www.sportsgrad.com.au/course
If you're interested in adding the SportsGrad badge to your LinkedIn to catch the attention of recruiters like Daniel become a SportsGrad Member: www.sportsgrad.com.au/membership
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