The next step is adding value to the application by including extra details. One of the best ideas is to include in your covering letter a short list of ways in which your work has led to measurable benefits to the organisation. Another tip is to make sure you have made clear what your job involves. For more senior roles with wide responsibilities one suggestion is to include an organisational chart showing where you fit into the hierarchy and what your role is. Little touches that can significantly help your application include telephoning the recruiter or company to find the name of the person to whom the covering letter should be addressed or including the daytime telephone number of a friend for relaying messages if you do not feel comfortable with giving your work number.
Speed can be important when it comes to applications.
So do not be afraid to fax applications especially now that most organisations have plain-paper faxes. It can also pay huge dividends to simply telephone for a chat about the job. Indeed, in the longer term building relationships with recruiters can really help your chances. If you get to develop the personal contact and keep in touch there is a much better chance of them getting you onto a shortlist because you will be more memorable than the most other candidates, who will be represented only by pieces of paper. Describe how your work has led to measurable outcomes benefiting your organisation.