Job applications (all your questions answered)

This week we break down the dos and don’ts of job applications — from using AI to help write your application to understanding what employers really look for. All your questions answered.  Guest: Sally Brown, careers adviser, UEA  ⬇️ Connect with Sally on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallybrown-careersconsultant-writer/   Questions:  What advice do you have if you’re looking to work abroad? I have a gap in my employment history, how can I explain this? Can I use AI to write my application? Will they notice? How important is social media during the application process? What advice do you have if I’m applying to a new industry? How important is LinkedIn? Most common CV mistakes What is the difference between a personal statement and a cover letter? Qualification or experience? Which is most important?   Writing a personal statement for your CV: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/writing-a-personal-statement-for-your-cv  How to write a CV: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/how-to-write-a-cv  Write a successful job application: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/applying-for-jobs/write-a-successful-job-application    📝Take the job match quiz  📩 Follow Future You on Instagram  📜Transcript of this episode   This episode was recorded at SOUNDYARD