Cover; Title Page; Table of Contents; Preface; 1 : Why this book will enable you to do better at interview and selection; 2 : What do you really want to do?; 3 : Exercises to help you decide the career that's right for you; 4 : How to find out what organisations look for; 5 : Advertisements; 6 : Cultural influences -- are all organisations the same?; 7 : Make the most of your résumé; 8 : Covering letters and applying to less well-known organisations; 9 : Online applications -- how to apply effectively in least time; 10 : Interviews; 11 : Psychometric tests; 12 : Dinner and other informal events.;Choosing your career, changing your job, and getting selected by the organization that's right for you are amongst the most important decisions of your life. You need detailed practical advice - on career choice; on what organizations look for in the people they recruit; and on tips and techniques to get you through the stages of their selection process. These include presenting a cv, undergoing interviews, taking assessment tests, negotiating salaries and working with head hunters. All are covered in this book. Organizations are increasingly using sophisticated selection techniques, so t.