FILLING in a job application is the first hurdle to getting an interview so it's important to get it right. Many employers, particularly in the public sector, prefer an application rather than a CV and, while the forms may look a little laborious, the rule remains the same – mistakes will cost. Remember, your application will end up among scores of others so it's important to make yourself stand out from the crowd.
It will most likely be your first interaction with a potential employer,...