- Looking for employment is a full-time job You have to stay motivated and encourage yourself to never quit
- You need to take a step back and think about your approach before applying for a job
- Being active in your job search, remodeling your CV, studying further, and never quitting are some key features to finding a job
You can find a job that suits you perfectly, through hard work and determination. Following our guide to finding a job. You can turn your job search into something successful.
Be Active In Your Job Search
Actively look for employment. An important part of looking for a job is to get up early and look presentable.
If you look presentable, you will feel ready to start your day. You have to treat your job search like a job, this will ensure that you are consistent.
Websites
Websites are a great way to find job opportunities if you choose the right one. It is also one way to ensure that you are active in your job search.
Here are some of the top job finding websites in South Africa:
- Indeed
- Glassdoor
- CareerJunction
- Pnet
- Careers24
- Google Careers
- JobMail
- Junk Mail
- TheJobCentre
- CareersPortal
Update Your CV And Cover Letter
Remodel your CV and cover letter. Remember to be truthful about yourself, be creative and specific.
Try highlighting your skills at the top of your CV and include them in your cover letter, to let hiring managers know more about your skills.
Do Not Spam Your CV
The amount of CVs you send does not mean that you will automatically get the job, especially if you are sending the same one to different roles.
You need to create a CV that matches each job application. Mention skills relevant to the job application.
Upgrade And Upskill
Studying can add to the skills you have already acquired and boost your chances of finding the right job.
Employers do not only look at your education level, but it does work to your advantage. At Matric College there are a variety of courses that you can choose from to upskill and get the job you desire. Matric College is a Distance Learning specialist that helps you get your Matric.
The Matric courses on offer at Matric College are:
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National Senior Certificate
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National Senior Certificate or Senior Certificate (Amended) depending on your age when you complete your studies
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- Matric Equivalent
Apart from just Matric courses, they also offer:
ICB Courses
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National Certificate in Junior Bookkeeping
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FET Certificate in Senior Bookkeeping
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National Diploma in Technical Financial Accounting
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National Diploma in Certified Financial Accounting
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Small Business Financial Management: ICB National Certificate
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Business Management Office Administration: ICB Higher Certificate
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Business Management Financial Accounting: ICB National Diploma
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National Certificate in Small Business Financial Management
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Higher Certificate in Office Administration
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National Diploma in Financial Accounting
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Matric College also offers NATED Courses via distance learning. These NATED courses offer you fantastic opportunities if you want to advance your career prospects by giving you the chance of earning a National Diploma qualification in one of the following streams:
Know What You Are Interested In
Do not apply for jobs that will end up making you miserable down the road. Take time to sit down and think about what it is that excites you and where your true passion lies.
When launching your career, being specific about your career goals can accelerate your chances of finding a job that you enjoy.
Lower your expectations
Qualifying does not mean you will automatically get a senior position. You should be willing to gain experience by starting with a junior position.
Remember Not To Quit
Finding a job can be a difficult and tiring process, but remember that you will find a job.
For some people, this happens sooner than for others, it all has to do with the timing and has nothing to do with you as a person.
While searching for a job, you can educate yourself. This will make you more employable. You do not necessarily have to complete a formal qualification, but can use simple tools used to gain more skills.
These easy skills will boost your chances of getting hired and you can teach them to yourself.
- Improve your typing speed
- Improve your writing
- Practice your excel skills
- Learn how to file documents
- Practice interview questions
