Company Xpose: Cake x Seabank
"Creating Standout CV for Fresh Graduates"
presented by Trisdanty Adisty, Recruitment at Seabank, 2024.
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"There is no better way for landing a great job than to create a demand for yourself"
5 Ways to Increase Your Value in the Job Market
5 Ways to Increase Your Value in the Job Market
Be aware of yourself
Because of some conditions in the Job Market, we have to be aware of ourselves by having an added value and possessing unique skills, experiences, or qualities that make us more valuable to make recruiters choose us.
By "positioning ourselves as a product", we can highlight our potential. This involves understanding our strengths, weaknesses, skills, career goals, and unique selling points ourselves so that we can effectively position ourselves as a strong candidate.
Develop expertise
We have to know what field we are interested in. In this case, we have to actively grow our knowledge and skills in specific areas by identifying our passions, learning new skills, creating a learning plan, and staying updated by paying attention to what's happening.
By specializing in a particular field, we can significantly enhance the job market, boost confidence, and increase earning potential.
Research your dream jobs
Figure out what it's really like, what we need to do, and what the company is all about. This helps us to know what skills to learn, what to say in job interviews, and who to talk to.
Find a mentor
Identify a person who could help us to see aspects of ourselves that could be improved. This can be identified within our organization, or by expanding the professional network and exploring online platforms.
Network
Whether it's online or offline, networking is crucial to establish our presence in the sector.
Recruiter's POV
Recruiter's POV
What Recruiters See in You
Growth Potential
Recruiters look for candidates who show promise for future development. This includes the ability to learn new skills, adapt to change, and take on new responsibilities.
Exposure and Experience
This is a crucial factor that recruiters consider when assessing a candidate's suitability for a role. This includes industry knowledge, company familiarity, role-specific experience, and job history.
Attitude, Motivation, and Attention to Details
Recruiters assess if you're a good cultural fit, if you're passionate about your work, and if you can deliver accurate and high-quality results.
How Recruiters See It
from your CV/Resume:
Clear and thorough CV
Highlighting your experiences
No typo and using max 2 types of fonts
Highlighting Your Experience as a Young Professional
Highlighting Your Experience as a Young Professional
Highly Preferred: Internship Experience
Write information about the company
Write your scope of responsibilities
Highlight what you have learned from the experience
Can Show Potentials: Organization Experience
If you don't have any internship experience, organization experience can provide more context
Write information about the organization and its goals
Write your scope of work that shows the skills you can learn
Can Show Exposure to Industry: Project Involvement
Write about the project goals or targets
Write about your involvement and the result
Highlight how the task you did gave you exposure to important skills
Can Show Drive to Learn: Certification
Align your certifications or courses with the job title or industry you are aiming for
Write down who organized the certification
Write how this knowledge can support your development
What's Inside a Good Resume?
What's Inside a Good Resume?
University Major vs Career Aspiration
University Major vs Career Aspiration
"My career goal is different from my university major. How do I let the recruiters know?"
Professional Summary
in the "about me" section of the CV/LinkedIn profile, clearly state your interest/career aspirations and tell that you have strong learning agility and motivation.
Skills
in the "skills" section, create a clear image of your expertise, relevant competencies, and qualifications that are aligned with the job you are applying for.
Achievements, Accomplishments, Certifications
Showcase relevant achievements by highlighting the projects, internships, or volunteer work aligned with your career goals.
What's Next?
What's Next?
"this process is Trial and Error", therefore..
Keep trying
The recruitment process is a competition and both sides are in search of the best fit, not everyone will immediately find a good fit. Keep applying, don't stop trying.
Don't be Discouraged
Rejection in the recruitment process doesn't define your worth. you may haven't shown your best potential yet or the company wasn't a good fit for you. Keep your head up and try again.
Learn from the Experience
Ask the recruiter for feedback and try to improve for next time.
Prepare for Interview
Research: prepare about the company by doing research before your interview.
Present yourself professionally: dress professionally and for online interviews, please turn on your camera and make sure there are no technical issues or noise that could interrupt the process.
Arrive Early: arrive before the scheduled time and have some free time in case you need to find a building or room.
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