INNOVATIVE LEARNER

As per the experts;  Networking on LinkedIn doesn't mean cold messaging your connections or spamming people you've never met with requests to connect.  It's about methodically creating a fertile environment for meaningful engagement. If you only visit LinkedIn to update your profile when you are planning to move jobs, you are barely scratching the surface of what the platform can do for your professional growth. LinkedIn is far from being just a job search or headhunting Web site. Over the years, it has steadily evolved into an integrated social network for professionals. In addition to being touted as a 'powerful business networking tool', LinkedIn is also building itself to become an unparalleled content hub. This is evidenced by the in-house resources it has devoted to developing and curating content, the content-first interface and features it keeps introducing, and assets like LinkedIn Top Voices that promote the platform's most influential leaders and crea...

Many employers now use ATS (Application Tracking System) to sort out the hundreds of resumes they receive daily. ATS examines resume based on keywords and is automatically rejected if the software does not find them, revealed by experts. Wonder why is it essential to have a well-written resume? In the hiring world, first impressions matter especially when applying for a new role or a job. A well written CV creates an inflection point to deliver a positive impression on the prospective employer. Thus, an ideal CV should be personalised to the job opening consisting of your experience, certifications and strengths that are most relevant to the position. After all, the ultimate objective of any CV is to entice a committee to interview you. A resume must do more than simply list down work experience in chronological order, to stay ahead of the competition and clearly demonstrate to employers. It must also help you to stand out from the crowd. Industry research states that, on average, a re...