Are you struggling to find a job in Finland? Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional, avoiding common pitfalls can significantly improve your chances of landing that dream job. In this video, we dive into the Top 6 Mistakes to Avoid when applying for jobs in Finland, especially tailored for the Nepali community and other international job seekers.
We’ll cover crucial areas such as understanding the recruiter’s perspective, crafting a standout CV and cover letter, optimizing your LinkedIn profile, leveraging your professional network, and more. These insights are based on the latest trends and advice from the “Get Work Vantaa” project, which focuses on helping English-speaking immigrants find jobs in Finland.
What you’ll learn:
1. The Recruiter’s Perspective: How not following application instructions or neglecting the company’s needs can hurt your chances.
2. Customizing Your CV & Cover Letter: Why a generic application won’t cut it and how to make yours stand out.
3. The Power of LinkedIn: How to use social media effectively for your job search.
4. Networking & References: Why building connections is key to opening doors in Finland.
5. Proactive Communication: How reaching out to recruiters can make a difference.
6. Interview Preparation: How to prepare thoroughly and make a strong impression during your interview.
Whether you’re new to Finland or have been here for years, these tips will help you avoid common mistakes and increase your chances of securing a job. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more valuable content on job hunting and career development!
Timestamps:
– 0:00 Introduction
– 3:12 Mistake 1: Neglecting the Recruiter’s Viewpoint
– 5:12 Mistake 2: Sending a Generic CV & Cover Letter
– 10:00 Mistake 3: Underusing Social Media (LinkedIn)
– 14:34 Mistake 4: Ignoring Networking Opportunities
– 18:13 Mistake 5: Hesitating to Contact Recruiters
– 21:17 Mistake 6: Poor Interview Preparation
– 25:13 Bonus: Your Name & Background
– 28: 27 Final Thoughts & Tips
Get Work Vantaa : https://www.vantaa.fi/fi/hankkeet/hanke/get-work-vantaa
Espoo Employment Service: https://www.espoo.fi/en/working-life/employment-espoo
Helsinki Employment Service: https://tyollisyyspalvelut.hel.fi/en
Employment and Economic Development Offices: https://toimistot.te-palvelut.fi/
Statistics Finland Data: https://stat.fi/index_en.html,StatisticsFinland,Helsinki
Here are five of the best free websites for creating CVs and cover letters, along with their links:
1. Jobscan: https://www.jobscan.co/
2. Cultivated Culture: https://cultivatedculture.com/
3. NovoResume: https://novoresume.com/
4. Canva: https://www.canva.com/resumes/templates/
5. Resume.io: https://resume.io/
Here are some links to free LinkedIn Learning courses:
1. Discover LinkedIn Learning Free Courses:
https://learning.linkedin.com/free-courses
2. Class Central’s Free LinkedIn Learning Courses: https://www.classcentral.com/report/linkedin-learning-free-learning-paths/
3. Business Insider’s Free LinkedIn Learning Courses: https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/learning/linkedin-learning-free-popular-online-classes-2021-09-10
4. Social Media Today’s Free LinkedIn Learning Courses: https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/linkedin-makes-its-20-most-popular-linkedin-learning-courses-freely-availab/628726/
Rich Dad Poor Dad
Audio Book: https://youtu.be/wp7Lz1svVro?si=ThFvieDA1YQ5A09p
https://archive.org/details/RichDadPoorDadRobertKiyosakiAudiobookUnabridged
Textbook: https://archive.org/details/rich-dad-poor-dad-by-robert-t.-kiyosaki
Here are the links for networking channels and meetups for people living in Finland:
1. Meetup Groups:
o International Friends Groups on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/topics/international-friends/fi/
o Learning a New Language: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CafeLinguaHelsinki/?locale=fi_FI
o Online Events: https://talenthive.stafftribes.com/
2. Networking Group: https://www.tribenetworks.ai/en
3. InterNations Finland:
o InterNations: https://www.internations.org/finland-expats
4. InfoFinland:
o InfoFinland: https://www.infofinland.fi/en
OpenAI’s ChatGPT:
https://www.openai.com/chatgpt
Grammarly:
https://app.grammarly.com/
Akhlaq Ahmed Research: https://helda.helsinki.fi/items/004f4b40-d0aa-4431-9b9a-aeea00580aea
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