Filling in an application form for an office job, EXPERINCE,SKILLS, CAPABILLITIES quesion any ideas, examples.

Question

I know it cheating but would be really grateful for some ideas an examples as my mind has gone blank.. cheers..

Answer 1

Good with people, excellent oral skills, phone skills, filing, computer savvy, quick learner, etc

Find a sample resume online or do a search for resume skills.

Answer 2

Whatever you write have someone proof read it.

Even your question has errors in it and that is fatal for an office job. When I hired my current receptionist I received about two inches thick of applications, resumes, cover letters etc. Clearly I don't have time to call them all in for an interview so I simply tossed every application that contained spelling mistakes or looked crappy.

Sure, that may sound petty, but business people don't have time to mess about. If someone is too stupid or lazy to check their stuff for errors or make it look nice, why would I want to hire them? The resume and cover letter (and application if applicable) is everything, especially for someone who wants an office job.

With most jobs these days any job ad will get dozens of replies, so the goal of human resources or the hiring manager is to get the number down to a small handful, perhaps less than ten people to interview. Most will do this by tossing all bad applications and anyone that does not immediately appear to have the right credentials, or has a patchy job history.

This is how the game is played. Learn it well or you'll be sending out a LOT of applications. Good luck!

Answer 3

First off, try to be as honest as possible. Also always use spell check. If you misspell any words they are going to throw out your application before even reviewing it.

You can try
Experience interacting with the public or good people skills(easily the most important if they are customer driven)
Experience with personal computers and applications(you managed to get on Yahoo questions and type)
Experience with general office equipment ie: fax,phone,copier
Ability to multi-task (they want someone who can handle an interruption and get back on task afterwords such as answering a phone while typing a letter)
Team Player( everyone wants someone who can get along with coworkers)
Ability to self direct( they don't want to constantly tell you what to do)

Don't forget to add any skills you have had on previous jobs even if it doesn't seem like it may apply to the one you are trying for. You never know what skills you might already possess that they may be looking for. Whether you have volunteered somewhere or coached a sports team or delivered hamburgers at a fast food restaurant. Each job has imparted you with new skills that will easily pass on to future employment.

Good luck

Answer 4

Skip the big BS lines, as any halfway decent interviewer knows "Sales Experience" means selling girlscout cookies or french fries more than it means selling missile systems or major consulting contracts.

Think of what you're really good at. Talking on the phone, playing on the computer, putting stuff in order, helping people write letters,... put that into simple, straight-forward language and you'll be far ahead. If you've ever had a lemonade stand, volunteered a day for a charity (A BIG PLUS!!!!), or led a group of people for anything, you're in good shape. If you've talked in front of a group, sold something, or been credited for doing something special, you're even farther ahead.

But please make sure you spell the words correctly.

Good luck.

Answer 5

Tell them what you've done in the past that's relevant to the post - even if you haven't done such a job before you may have IT training, joined a computer club at school or used the internet (it shows you're computer literate!).
Use positive language throughout and usually there is an A4 page for you to sell yourself on - use it all if possible.
If you are relatively young cite stuff you've done outside school; babysitting, clubs, interests; this shows you have interests and get up and go.
If you have had jobs before in this setting how were they? What were the positive bits about them? What was relevant?
Finally, what are you looking for in the future (apart from the obvious)?
Good luck.

Answer 6

Try multitask ed, Team player there is no I in we, I would be a great asset to your business. Or office. I am familiar with most programs, but am also a fast learner........, If that doesn't work for you try looking in the newspapers and read what these companies are asking for,You should get great wording with them. What fits for you use it.

Answer 7

you have good communication skills, can work as a team, have experience with ms word etc, capable of lone working using own initiative or being directed as required. have good organisation skills.. if they have listed specific software, or functions list them saying things such as:
I have previously used this package, I have the ability to interact well with other people, always say I have an awareness and understanding of the equal opportunities and diversity policies.

Answer 8

have you done this before. if so make sure your resume says it in GREAT detials. Rate yourself do you think your skills are good, excellent? Be honest rthye can give you a test

Answer 9

experience in working with microsoft office spread sheets

experience in scheduling and planning meetings etc

ability to multi task

etc.

Answer 10

Always check your spelling.