SD Placements

Employability & early career advice from the student placements team at @strategydigi - bringing you CV tips, interview advice and more!

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#CVTips - You don't HAVE to stick with the chronological format - why not order previous experience by industry or skill?

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#InterviewAdvice - Never, ever be mean about your current/previous boss. It's unprofessional!

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#InterviewTips - Rainy season? Take an umbrella just in case - you don't want to turn up looking bedraggled and soaked!

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#InterviewTips - Didn't get the job? Send a polite email asking for feedback - if they reply, learn from what they say for the next one

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#InterviewAdvice - Body language says as much as your words; avoid fiddling, crossing your arms or slouching

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#CareerAdvice - Never pass up an opportunity to gain additional training relevant to your role - it'll make you a better, more valuable empl

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#CareerTips - Surprisingly few #students get a job directly related to their degree, don't be afraid to branch out & try something new!

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#CVAdvice - Struggling to stick to one page? Go back and see if there's any waffle you can say in shorter phrases

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#InterviewTips Send a thank you email after your interview! Thank them for their time and briefly remind them why you're perfect for the job

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#InterviewTips - Avoid cliché answers and don't tell interviewers what you think they want to hear. It's obvious and you look unoriginal.

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#InterviewTips - Don't BS your way through a Q. Say you want to give a thoughtful answer & ask if you can come back to that question later

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#InterviewTips - If you go on a tangent, apologise and start again. They'll appreciate that you are self aware and can correct yourself.

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#InterviewTips - Pay attention to your body language. Don't cross your arms and keep eye contact. Lean in to help keep a connection!

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#InterviewTips If youre interviewed by a panel, ask each person's role! It shows you are interested in the company and potential colleagues

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#CVAdvice - In your early career, stick to one side of A4. When you have more jobs under your belt, 2 sides is fine

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#InterviewAdvice - It's fine to ask ahead of time who you'll be meeting with. If it's a panel of 4 people, you'll be glad you knew!

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#InterviewTips - Prepare answers to tough Qs like 'why do want this job?', so you don't get caught out and flustered

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#InterviewAdvice - Really nervous? Think of it as a casual chat with a friend over a cup of coffee, just in smarter clothing

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#Interviewtips - Above all, be friendly - you'll make a better impression if you smile!

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#Career - Never pass up an opportunity to gain additional training relevant to your role - it'll make you a better, more valuable employee!