Resume & CV2024-03-06
Work From Home Resume Guide & Ready-To-Use Examples 2024 You may notice the trend of working from home started in 2020 right after the first wave of the pandemic. As a result, the demand for tips and examples of work from home resumes also increased. In the beginning, working remotely was a necessity. Workers had no choice but to stay at home because their office was closed due to Covid-19. And here comes the turning point. The Pew... Read more
Interview Skills2022-03-31
to bring up your past work experience. Share related jobs you’ve done in the past and elaborate details that match the job description. To increase accountability, share your achievements and results that you have achieved and make sure to use figures whenever possible. Personal traits When asked to introduce yourself in an interview, sharing your personal traits might seem too personal, and you might worry that you would come off as unprofessional. However, by supporting your personal traits with... Read more
Resume & CV2022-09-28
be: Professional Identifiable Follow these tips, and you will have a killer biodata photo: ✅ Choose a photo that looks like you. As obvious as it sounds, you should use a biodata image that looks the way you look now. Recruiters will question your credibility if you went through an extreme make-over, cut your hair, or even dyed it and look different from the picture you sent them when you enter the interview stage. Take a fresh pic th...... Read more
Success Stories2020-10-30
是因為緊張、並非能力不足,更鼓勵他在 Onsite Interview 時可以改善。同時,因為應徵的是 Uber 內部負責 platform 的職位,Uber 的 recruiter 也針對 Ronald 過去的 payment 相關經驗多作著墨、仔細地記錄了下來。 Onsite Interview 共分四部分—Bar Raising、Manager Interview、Coding Round... Read more
Interview Skills2022-03-16
Created by CakeResume In this article, you will learn: How to Answer “Why Should We Hire You” Tips on How to Answer “Why Should We Hire You” 20+ “Why Should We Hire You” Best Answer Examples During a job interview, hiring managers may ask you a lot of tough questions. In general, these interview questions vary between industries, but there are some similar things that will be designed in order to learn more about you as a potential candidate. “Why... Read more
Cover Letter2023-03-06
align with the role, what you can do, and why you are a perfect fit. It allows recruiters to see a bigger picture of candidates outside the resume. The ultimate purpose of a cover letter is to earn you an interview, therefore the keys to writing a good cover letter lie in how the cover letter helps present candidates as potential individuals for the open position. In this article, we include details of cover letter tips when writing and some... Read more
Resume & CV2021-12-22
is within a single-spaced or up to 1.5-point spacing. 4. Experiment with different font styles and font sizes. Although there are traditional standards in resume fonts, it is possible to experiment with different font styles. For example, use Avenir Next or Muna. 5. Don’t use the word “I”. Using any pronouns can make the resume format redundant. Instead, use passive voice in your sentences. 6. Use past tense. Using past tense is a relevant resume formatting... Read more
Career Development2024-03-28
How to Explain an Employment Gap: Advice for Resume, Cover Letter, and Interview Many workers experience periods of unemployment for many reasons, such as education, planned leave, and career transitions . Although common, this can be daunting for job seekers concerned about the impression of an employment gap on their resume. If you’re concerned about the breaks in your employment history, take a breath! Employment gaps are normal and, if used wisely, can even be a benefit. In this article... Read more
People Operations2024-03-06
The purpose of job interviews is to figure out if both parties will benefit from the hire. Employers use interviews to assess whether a candidate's education, skills, experience, and personality suit the job vacancy and demands. As a hiring manager or recruiter, you may encounter some problems during a job interview, such as managing the interview process, asking inappropriate or illegal questions , or making a snap judgment. This is why interview training for hiring managers and recruiters is important... Read more
Interview Skills2022-10-26
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: Different Types of Interviews Tips for Acing Interviews A job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience especially if you’ve never faced any interviews or interview rounds before. Oftentimes, the top challenges that you might face when being interviewed include: Not knowing what to wear Being asked tough questions Not doing research on the position and the employer Forgetting to thank the employer after the interview Among those, a lack... Read more
Resume & CV2023-05-04
Created by CakeResume A resume, also known as a Curriculum Vitae (CV) , is a necessary formal document for job seeking process. A strong resume can help grab the attention of employers and can be the key to landing an interview. But "what is a resume?" you might ask. In this blog post, we'll share with you all-thing resumes, from its definition and types to writing tips and best practices for creating a compelling one, whether you are a... Read more
Cover Letter2022-08-14
Created by CakeResume In this article, you will read about: Best Salutations for a Cover Letter How to Address a Cover Letter How to Start a Cover Letter Greeting How to Write a Cover Letter Salutation Writing a Cover Letter Salutation with No Name A cover letter is a part of you application that comes before your actual resume. It is a page for you to explain your traits, intentions, and details that you cannot describe through your resume in... Read more
People Operations2022-07-06
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: What Is Googleyness? How to Display Googleyness in Interviews Googleyness Interview Questions Working for Google is the dream of many as the tech-giant company is famous for being a great place to develop one’s career. But to get in, you first need to learn about “Googleyness” (also spelled Googlyness or Googliness). If you want to work at Google, you've probably already heard of this word. You also need... Read more
Job Search Tips2019-04-08
If you’re struggling to find opportunities in a tight market or if you’re looking to get out of a dead end career, there are ways to get a better job fast. You do not have to reinvent the wheel; a resume, an online profile and other credentials remain the standard qualifications to land a good job. You just need to find ways to stand out among others looking to land the same job as you. Here are 8... Read more
Resume & CV2022-01-25
If you want to get more artsy for your CV, serif font might be the best font style for CV. Created by CakeResume In this article, you will read about: Why Is the CV Font Important? What Is the Best Font for a CV? What Is the Best Font Size for a CV? How to Choose the Best Fonts for Your CV Tips to Create an Eye-catching CV According to HR experts, a curriculum vitae (CV in short) is... Read more
Job Search Tips2019-04-08
Why People Apply to Brand-Name Companies Big players in the tech space lure the best talent by offering everything you can possibly think of as work-related perks. The likes of Facebook, Google and Apple offer not just six figure salaries (plus stock options!), gourmet meals on campus, sleeping pods, flextime, and even dry cleaning and car maintenance services free of cost to all employees, but some of these companies even go so far as committing to taking care... Read more
Resume & CV2022-02-14
Created by CakeResume In this article, you will cover: Why Is It Important to Use Adjectives on Your CV? Good Adjectives for CV Skills Strong CV Adjectives for Different Roles Tips on How to Use Adjectives on the CV When Not to Use Adjectives on Your CV As we all know, an adjective is a word that helps describe the quality or state of a noun. Adjective words invoke readers' emotions toward the object being described (in this case, it... Read more
Recruitment & HR2023-04-17
How to Hire for Cultural Fit In this article, you'll read about: What Is Cultural Fit? Benefits of Hiring for Cultural Fit How to Hire for Cultural Fit Cultural Fit Interview Questions Cultural Fit vs Cultural Add How to Hire for Cultural Add Company culture can make or break organizational productivity. Whether it’s a quiet and professional office or a lively and interactive space, you’ve probably experienced how company culture can govern the way you present... Read more
Interview Skills2022-04-19
Created by CakeResume In this article, we will cover: How to Decide What to Wear to Job Interviews Tips on Choosing Interview Outfits Interview Outfits for Women Interview Outfits for Men Interview Outfits for Different Jobs Job applicants need to consider several dimensions, such as resumes, cover letters, what to say during the interview, whether they should follow up after the interview and many more. Among those, many overlook the interview dress code. However, first impressions matter. Think twice about... Read more
Interview Skills2022-05-13
Now that you are at the end of your final round of interviews, congratulations! You might then notice that the next thing your recruiter asks is “when can you start working?” This is a common interview question that most - if not all - employers ask candidates who are being seriously considered for the job. On the surface, this might seem like a simple question to answer; in reality, getting the appropriate answer requires time, effort and practice. This question also comes... Read more