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How To Write A Good Job Application Letter

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

In applying and landing your dream job, it is important to know how to write an application letter because virtually all jobs online have to be applied for using an application or cover letter. Knowing how to write a job application letter is a skill every job seeker should learn as it would stand you out among other thousands of job seekers in Nigeria.

What is a Job Application Letter?

A job application letter is also known as a cover letter; It is a letter that is sent to potential employees highlighting your competencies, qualifications and capabilities and why he should choose you over and above all other job...Read more

HOW TO WRITE A RESUME OBJECTIVE FOR NIGERIAN JOB SEEKERS

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

How To Write A CV Objective For Nigerian Job Seekers

Over time, the purpose, language, and structure in which we write our CVs has largely stayed the same. However, the only clear exception is in the resume objective.

Nevertheless, some people see the CV objective as being a very unnecessary detail and would instead replace it with a career summary.

Also, it has been noted that job applicants do not find excitement in writing these objectives while the hiring managers do not create time to read them either.

At the end of the day, we are here to let you know that a resume objective actually aids in your search for a job. Note that, th...Read more

CV/RESUME FORMATS FOR JOB SEEKERS IN NIGERIA

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

Most job seekers in Nigeria are oblivious of the major types of resume formats and which suits them the most when writing their CVs or resumes. Should I use a specific resume format when drafting my resume/cv? The answer is simply YES. There are three main resume formats tailored to specific job-seeking situations – it could be that you’re a career changer, primary caregiver returning to work, or a recent young school leaver with no work experience. Different resume formats work best for different seekers in Nigeria, and you...Read more

THE NEED FOR OBJECTIVE STATEMENT IN A RESUME: WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO WRITE ONE

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

THE NEED FOR OBJECTIVE STATEMENT IN A CV: WHAT IT IS AND HOW TO WRITE ONE

A CV objective statement is your chance of making a first impression with the hiring managers. There are three purposes of an objective statement in a resume:

  • It outlines what your professional objectives are.
  • Whether you’re experienced enough in your professional field or embarking on an exciting new career.
  • Why you’re the perfect choice out of several others for the job position you’re targeting.

If you want your resume to stand out amongst several others, a well-written resume objective is key.

LOCATION O...Read more

THE ULTIMATE CV FORMAT GUIDE FOR NIGERIAN JOB SEEKERS

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

After finding your dream job, now you have to construct a professional cv in other to land the job. Be it the first job you are seeking or you are a worker with years of working experience, you have to determine which cv/resume format works best for you. Belo are the three major cv formats for job seekers in Nigeria.

  1. Chronological CV Format
  2. Functional CV Format and
  3. Combination CV Format.

THE CHRONOLOGICAL CV FORMAT

The chronological Cv format is the most common CV format choice for most job seekers, this CV format places your work experience at the front and centre. This is best for applicants with several years of...Read more

WRITING A COVER LETTER THAT GETS YOU THE DESIRED JOB IN NIGERIA

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

In Nigeria, A cover letter is typically submitted with a resume to an employer and concisely explains why you’re the best fit for the vacant job position/opening. It’s a vital component to the job search process in Nigeria; most job employers may consider cover letters the critical element in their interview decision.

Cvclue helps you perfect your document with in-depth cover letter writing tips. Find this and additional cover letter resources to create a meaningful...Read more

IS THERE A NEED FOR REFERENCES TO BE ADDED TO YOUR RESUME?

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

IS THERE A NEED FOR REFERENCES TO BE ADDED TO YOUR CV?

In Nigeria, CV references play a major role when a hiring manager wants to have a better picture of a potential job candidate. To reach the point where an employer takes out time to establish such contact, however, requires a well written resume that grabs attention within the first 5-10 seconds. A list of names and phone numbers on a CV is unlikely to limit your chances of landing the job, so devote the resume to eye-catching accomplishments instead.

Most school of thoughts is of the opinion that job seekers should not provide their references and their contact information unless specifically required by the...Read more

BEST FONTS FOR CV WRITING IN NIGERIA

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

Why fonts matter in writing a job-getting CV

One great/effective way of improving both the presentation and effectiveness of your CV is to choose an appropriate font for it.

Ordinarily speaking, a CV or resume font selection may seem like a not so important matter at first. Most Nigerian job seekers simply ask if font selection makes any difference. The fact of the matter is that your CV or resume font selection can make or break your chances of being shortlisted for a job interview. Here is why…

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MAJOR COMPARISONS BETWEEN A RESUME OBJECTIVE AND A SUMMARY STATEMENT FOR NIGERIAN JOB SEEKERS

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

In writing a CV that lands you your dream job, knowing the major difference and similarities between a resume objective and a summary statement is very important. It is important for job seekers to know that a resume summary statement is a more common resume tool than a resume objective. They’re also closely related with different points of emphasis:

CV OBJECTIVE

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HOW TO WRITE A CV FOR NEW JOB VACANCIES IN NIGERIA

February 15, 2024. CVClue writers

Having a well written Curriculum Vitae is key to applying for new job vacancies in Nigeria or getting a placement in your dream workplace. As a matter of fact, your CV is what represents job seekers in a company with a vacant position.

Essentially, it is the first opportunity a job seeker has to sell him/herself. Hence, a badly written CV can hurt your chances of getting employed.

Some school of thoughts let us know that a recruiter would use about 6.25 seconds to look at a candidate’s CV before knowing whether or not they are suitable for the job or not.

For many graduates, writing a unique CV that stands out from a pool of others can be diffi...Read more


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