Job application tips: for CraigsList
Craigslist is probably the most popular place to seek freelance projects, telecommuting jobs and home work – if you scan the listings you will discover many projects that are posted regularly. Unfortunately, the competition for the posted jobs is cut throat.
How to increase your chances to get the desired job? Put yourself into the employer’s shoes. There is an post ‘Tips for applying to a job from Craigslist’ that should help you to improve. The key points are:
1. Cover letter has to answer the employer needs.
2. Don’t send much unnecessary info. Nobody will read your long messages.
3. Don’t send your cover letter as an attachment. With so many applicants, the employer will not waste time on opening attachments.
4. Respond with the title of the job advertisement in the subject heading. It helps to save time.
5. Be open and honest.
You can find the full article here.
Follow these simple steps. You are not guaranteed the work, but it will definitely help you to increase your chances. Good luck!
[tags]craigslist, home job, work at home, frelance, telecommuting jobs, job application[/tags]
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