📧 Why Your Email Address Matters on Your CV 📧
Friday, July 26, 2024
📧 Why Your Email Address Matters on Your CV 📧
When job hunting, first impressions are crucial. A professional email address, like yourname@gmail.com, sets the right tone and signals to employers that you take your job search seriously. Conversely, an address like "partycutie@hotmail.com" can come across as unprofessional. In all honestly, we've also seen much worse!
Key Reasons:
➡️ Professionalism: A professional email demonstrates that you understand workplace norms and take the application process seriously.
➡️ First Impressions: Employers often see your email address first. A professional one makes a positive impression, suggesting you are organized and detail-oriented.
➡️ Avoiding Bias: Unprofessional addresses can lead to negative assumptions about your character and work ethic.
➡️ Modern Standards: Using a professional email shows you are up-to-date with digital communication norms.
➡️ Ease of Contact: Simple, professional addresses are easier to remember and less likely to be mistyped, ensuring you don't miss important communications.
➡️ Consistency: A professional email helps maintain a consistent, credible online presence across platforms.
In a competitive job market, every detail counts. A professional email address enhances your credibility and improves your chances of making a strong first impression. We often have to share candidate email addresses with our clients for remote interviews and first day set up, so it's imperative if you are job hunting, you have a suitable email address - even one set up solely for this process would be beneficial!
Leanne Sangster - Associate Director