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Fake it until you make it

Jan 11, 2017

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Page 1: Fake it until you make it

Fake it ‘til you make it!

Page 2: Fake it until you make it

No experience? Don’t stress, you don’t need a lengthy resume to impress. Instead of worrying about the experience you don’t have, focus on the skills you do.

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It doesn’t have to be about where you’ve been. It can be about where you’re going. Demonstrate your ambition with a short introductory paragraph that summarises your career goals and describes the kind of person you are.

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Being a successful candidate is influenced by whether or not you would make a good ‘cultural fit’ so use your resume to show off the many positive aspects of your personality.

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Just because you haven’t had a job before doesn’t mean you don’t have any skills. Make a list of any professionally relevant skills you have like; software programs you know how to use, and the technical skills you’ve learned like typing.

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List your education history and any academic awards you’ve received.

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Go beyond your education history and list any extracurricular activities that could add value to your resume. This could include volunteer work or clubs you’ve been a part of like the debate team, or a sports group. These activities show that you’re responsible and motivated, and able to work with others.

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Though they may not be professional ones, references are still important. Ask people who can vouch for you if they would mind being a referee. Consider asking team leaders and coaches from your extra-curricular activities, school teachers and university lecturers, or even family friends that might be able to provide a character reference for you.

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Make sure your resume is neatly laid out and uses a professional style of language. You can even go the extra mile and call the person who’s hiring to show that you are well-spoken and confident.

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Consider demonstrating your interest by putting together a portfolio of work or creating a blog. Stay up-to-date with industry news by attending networking events and following discussions and articles about your profession online. You’ll be able to draw on this information to make a good impression when speaking with future employers.

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Remember every business leader in the world began in the same spot that you are currently in. You have to start somewhere.