The Importance of Tracking Your Job Applications

When applying for multiple roles through Recruitment Consultants like Morton Philips and directly to each employer, keeping a meticulous record of the positions you apply for and through whom you have applied, is crucial. This practice not only helps you stay organised but also enhances your chances of securing and interview and ultimately the position.

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Clarity on Role Responsibilities and Reporting Lines

Understanding the specifics of each role is fundamental. At Morton Philips we recognise all too well that what one employer expects to be standard responsibilities of a position can vary dramatically compared to the next employer. When you keep a record, you can easily refer back to the job description and ensure you are clear about the responsibilities and reporting lines. This clarity helps you tailor your application (using the role PD and job advert) and prepare for interviews, demonstrating your genuine interest and understanding of the role.

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Benefits and Salary on Offer

Tracking the benefits and salary offered for each position allows you to compare and evaluate which opportunities align best with your career goals and financial needs. This information is vital during negotiations, ensuring you make informed decisions and secure the best possible offer. It is important that you fully understand the benefits that are critical to you (for example a 9am start so you can drop your children to school or a 9-day fortnight) and those that are negotiable with the employer. Being open up-front during the process will save you and the employer time and energy later in the process if surprised by an unexpected non-negotiable.

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Thoroughly Read Job Adverts and Position Descriptions

By maintaining a record, you can ensure you have thoroughly read and understood each job advert and position description. This attention to detail helps you avoid applying for roles that do not match your skills or interests, again saving you time and effort.

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Create Unique Job Applications

Generic applications can be easily spotted and often fail to make an impact. Create specific, unique applications for each role highlighting how your skills and experiences align with the job requirements shows that you have put thought and effort into your application. Always spellcheck your application and never rely on AI to write the final version for you. To the well-trained recruiter’s eye, it becomes obvious when AI has been involved in an application – and this is often considered lazy and not committed. Why using ChatGPT to write and Executive cover letter is a mistake.

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Personalise Your Cover Letter

Addressing your specifically written cover letter to the correct person shows professionalism and attention to detail. Keeping a record of your applications and the relevant recruiter, HR person or employer helps you track who to address and ensures your cover letter is personalised, making a stronger impression on potential employers. This may also help you to remember which position you applied for when a recruiter calls you to discuss your interest in and suitability for a position they are working on.

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Additional Tips

·        Follow-up reminders: Set reminders to follow up on your applications. This proactive approach can demonstrate your enthusiasm and keep you on the employer’s radar.

·        Interview preparation: Use your records to prepare for interviews, reviewing the job details and your application to ensure consistency and readiness.

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Keeping a detailed record of your job applications is a powerful strategy, which gives you more control in your job search. It ensures you stay organised, make informed decisions and present yourself as a thoughtful, professional, informed and dedicated candidate.

By taking these steps, you can enhance your job search effectiveness and increase your chances of securing your perfect role.

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