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Old 28-08-2014, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Mastuition View Post
Do MNC companies such as db, Apple, google emphasize a lot on your cover letter and academic performance? Any tips on resume guide to secure an interview with these companies ?
My two cents from reading hundreds of CVs:

(1) Don't use archaic bombastic English like they used to do. The Indian nationals FTs do this a lot. It is a big turn off.

(2) Don't mispell words (especially the company name and the post you are applying for).

(3) A nice polite cover letter written in clear and simple English is always appreciated and makes the hiring person take another look at your application.

(4) Show humility - I once gave a job to a candidate who wrote that she will do all the "rubbish" work as she had no working experience, despite the fact that she had straight As. She turned out to be a superb employee.

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