Next Move: Is Lotus focus reason for poor response?
- Posted:
- 17:22 22 Jun 2004
- Topics:
- Lotus Notes | Email Software
I started life as a programmer then got promoted to
department head, producing systems using Lotus Notes technology. I
have since been made redundant and have been applying for project
management jobs in development. However, for all my applications, I
am not even getting replies. Would the fact that most of my
experience has been with Lotus Notes, a now little-used technology,
be to blame? What can I do to rectify this? Please also advise me
on how I can sell myself as a capable project manager.
The solution
Although the amount of companies using Lotus Notes is falling, it
is still widely used, and people with good Lotus Notes skills are
in demand, so that does not immediately appear to be the
problem.
Competition is fierce and the way you promote yourself is key. Do
not assume that when you send your CV off for a job that it has
been read. Or, if it has been read, that it has caught the eye of
the reader. Always follow the submission up with a polite phone
call to the recipient.
The key is to find a consultant who is professional, friendly and
experienced. Ask them to advise you on the layout and content of
your CV.
Suggest a meeting with your consultant. This serves two purposes,
initially it will give you the chance to go through your experience
and draw out key experiences, also the consultant will be better
placed to market you to their clients, having direct experience of
who you are.
Recruitment consultants and human resources departments receive
hundreds of CVs every week - make sure you are known by a reputable
consultant who can do all the hard work of looking for a job for
you.
Solution by Robert Nunn, consultant, Hudson
The panel: MSB International, Spring Group, E-Skills UK,
British Computer Society, Computer Futures, Hudson, Computer
People, Elan, Reed Technology, Zarak Technology.
E-mail your career questions to computerweekly@rbi.co.uk
