5 Tips To Find Entry-Level Jobs After Matric

How Do I Make Myself A Better Candidate For Employment?

You must have work experience, any type of work experience is a plus, and you need a tertiary educational background. By having these two (2) things, you will become a better candidate for employment. If you highlight these aspects in your CV, interview, and cover letter, you will certainly stand out from other job applicants and most likely land the job. 

However, your employers will always have the final say, and if you do not get the job, it is always a good idea to follow up and ask why. This is so you can see where you can improve and increase your chances of getting the next job. You will become a better candidate over time if you continue to improve yourself.

How Do I Make My CV More Appealing?

To make your CV more appealing, you can incorporate the following tips:

• Tailor your CV to each job you apply for and do not send the same CV to everyone
• Do not make your CV too busy with fancy fonts, formatting, and pictures. Stick to the basics
• Add a short paragraph about yourself at the beginning of the CV
• If you want to list your skills, mention where you have applied them with examples
• Include any awards you have won that can make yourself more appealing to employers
• Before sending out your CV ensure it is always updated, for example, if your contact information has changed or if you have acquired new skills

What Do Employers Seek In An Employee?

Most employers will seek the following attributes in their employees:

• Honest
• Hard-working
• Loyalty
• Confident
• Ambition 
• Determined
• Eager to learn
• Flexible
• Team player
• Enthusiastic

How Do I Ace My Interview?

Here are some simple ways you can ace your interviews and increase your chances of getting a job:

• Before going to the interview, do as much research as you can about the company so that if they ask you why you want to work for them, you will be prepared
• When you arrive for the interview ensure you have all your documentation ready, you are  appropriately dressed, standing up straight and smiling
• Prepare typical interview questions such as your strengths and weaknesses or what your long term goals are
• Make sure you have questions prepared at the end of the interview that you would like to ask the interviewers. This will make you stand out from other job applicants
• After the interview, follow up with an e-mail thanking them for their time and consideration

Why Is Having A Job Important?

Here are some reasons why it is important to have a job:

• You are actively contributing to making society a better place
• You are learning new skills and knowledge every day
• You will gain an income to support yourself and your family
• You can meet new people to add to your professional network
• You will have a sense of belonging and purpose

Many jobs grant you benefits such as health insurance, pension, and life insurance