When you are looking for a new job there are two distinct issues to consider. Firstly, there is the application form stage and then there is the interview stage. Many people fall down on the first of these stages and never get the opportunity to impress their potential employers at interview. The reason for this may be because their application form leaves something to be desired.
It is advantageous to do some research on the company you are hoping to join to get an idea of their business ethos you can then tailor your application to reflect this.
As you begin to fill in the application form it is essential that all your spelling is correct especially the name of the company and the name of the person who is coordinating the application process. Many application forms are discarded at this early stage because of these simple errors.
Most companies expect applications to be word processed although some are happy to receive neatly handwritten applications and it is worth checking whether there is a preference when requesting an application pack.
Once you have completed the main sections of the form making sure that you are truthful about qualifications and experience, there is often a section about hobbies and interests. Try to think of skills or talents you have that could be useful in the role you are applying for if possible.