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Travel Consultant: https://jobs.haystravel.co.uk/job/travel-consultant-aldridge-1?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

Cabin Crew: https://www.totaljobs.com/job/cabin-crew/emirates-job102330455

Event Planner: https://www.insideavenue.co.uk/job/corporate-events-coordinator?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

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By tailoring my CV’s and Cover letters depicted in this portfolio I had to do significant research into each company and the job to find out what they look for in a candidate. I checked various company social media accounts, websites, and blog posts to achieve the best information. Ensuring to understand the goals, values and company culture including current product releases and projects allowed me to adapt my applications accordingly.

The job descriptions for these roles informed me of critical information to include, as I was able to highlight the phrases that recruiters mark as important and use within my CV’s. Many of my skills mentioned have been backed up in my Career Summary using real-life roles and examples to demonstrate the use.  I edited my CV by adding jobs that will fit the role for example, for the Event Coordinator vacancy I ensured to include past experience of working with a hospitality and catering agency for events as this will be a highlight to recruiters. Regarding the Travel Consultancy role I included all of my previous work experiences as this is a very detailed and high value role which requires more experience in customer service for the recruitment process.

I then created a Key skills section on all CV’s under the personal statement to depict how my skills match the employer's key requirements with a glance.

For the Cover letters I created them without a template as I did not have any personal documents to tailor, all cover letters address the hiring director of each company and my interest and enthusiasm for each position has been shown with minimal reflection on my personality and career goals.

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#JobPrep 4: How to network in the travel industry (fctravelacademy.com)

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Networking is an essential skill for anyone chasing a long and successful career in the travel and tourism industry.

With tourism essentially built on a foundation of experience and referral, it is paramount that you always try to leave the right lasting impression.

Some of the most successful people in the industry will vouch for the importance of networking and many have progressed through the ranks based on their ability to make meaningful professional connections.

That's why Flight Centre Travel Academy offers students plenty of opportunities to network at a range of industry events with partners as part of your training.

After all, bumping shoulders with the right people and being able to wow them with your training and awesome communication skills might just lead you to your first big break!

As part four of our #JobPrep series for, yep, you guessed it, job preparation, we're going to give you a few tips on how to network in the tourism industry...
Who should I network with?
A good network would include people doing the same or similar jobs to you, people who work within tourism bodies and corporate tourism, operators and those that run large tourism organisations, hotels, airlines and, of course, tourism wholesalers.

It's a good feeling to know you could pick up the phone and call the right person whenever you need. And conversely, it's great to know you can help people in your own network if needed.
Where do I start building my network?
Tourism industry bodies often hold events, networking evenings and even tourism training sessions specifically so people within the industry can get to know each other and help each other promote their destinations and products.

A great tip for anyone within the tourism industry is to make sure you have contacts within the major tourism bodies in your state or country. Start by joining mailing lists and keep up to date on latest events.

You should also join any young networking groups online. There are a lot of groups for tourism and marketing professionals that hold events regularly.
RELATED: #JobPrep 1: How to create winning cover letters and resumes for the travel industry#JobPrep 2: 6 most commonly asked interview questions in travel
#JobPrep 3: Interview fashion and grooming tips you can't live without
How do I network at an event?
Ever walked into an event alone and ended up standing in the corner with a drink in your hand because you had no idea what to do?

Never fear, here are a few key points to get you started:

Flash your cards. Take your business cards and make sure you collect cards from those you meet. Even if you don't have a job; have your details down and readily accessible.

Safety in numbers. Consider taking a few colleagues or fellow students along with you so you arrive feeling confident. However, don't use each other as an excuse to not mingle.

Divide and conquer. Make sure each of you have an aim to meet at least one new person and then introduce them to each other.

Seek out the host. Introduce yourself, thank them for holding the event and get to know them. It won't hurt to ask them to introduce you to someone in the industry. That's why you're there after all.

Keep moving. No one wants to feel like you're looking over their shoulder waiting for someone more important to meet, so be engaged and present when you're talking to people. However, don't get stuck with one person all event. Keep mingling and making connections as you go.

Follow up. Email the host to say thank you and email anyone else you met to open the lines of communication and then keep in touch.
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