There are two huge mistakes applicants make when applying for cruise jobs, leaving them wondering why they were never hired.
The first big mistake they make is telling a cruise line just how much they want to travel the world and meet new people.
Well, guess what? Cruise lines are NOT here to make a crewmembers dreams come true!
The cruise industry is all about the passenger and making sure they have a great value, fun-filled vacation. The brutal truth is that a cruise line does not really care that you the job seeker want to travel the world and meet new people.
Instead, all they really care about is what YOU can do for THEM and what value you'll bring to their paying guests.
Think about this and it will make a lot of sense.
As an example, if you're looking to work in the on board gift shops then focus entirely on your strong sales and customer service skills. Don't tell them that you can't wait until the shops are closed so you can get off the ship and explore the world!
Remember, they're NOT here to make YOUR dreams come true. As a cruise ship employee your job is to serve the guests and ensure taht they have a wonderful time.
The second biggest mistake most job seekers make when applying for a cruise job is NOT following up.
Or, another way of putting it...
Follow up everything!
Look, its simple math. When you follow up on every application you send and every contact you come across - you are mathematically MAXIMIZING your chances of getting called for the job interview and ultimately landing your "dream job" of getting paid to travel the world.
Just sending a follow up email or letter 10 - 14 days after your first application can be an effective way of getting your name to the top of the huge pile of resumes that are sitting on the desk of most recruiters!
The purpose of the "follow up" letter is to politely inquire about the status of your application. But it also shows that you're very keen in working for that cruise line and can often prompt the employer to dig out your original application and send you an update. In your follow up letter or email, you need to include the following details:
* Your full name * The date your application was sent * The position for which you applied * And don't forget to ask about your "application status".
It's also a good idea to include another copy of your CV/resume.
I think you'll find the extra bit of effort very worthwhile.
Remember, the people who get hired in the cruise industry are almost always the one's who followed up with determination and persistence.
And you should not be concerned about offending a potential employer with your persistence. Here's what one cruise job seeker told me yesterday:
"From first application to job was about 3 months. And I had to be a little pushy at times, but I did it professionally."
And that's the key right there: "pushy but professional".
Remember this; the best resume doesn't usually win you a cruise job.
Persistence, passion, commitment and follow up are much more important and recruiters will always hire those who want it the most.
Author Resource:-
Neil Maxwell-Keys has hired thousands of crew for the biggest cruise lines in the world. He has written a popular *free* step-by-step guide which shows you how to get cruise jobs, quickly and easily. Get your copy from => http://www.WorkOnCruiseShips.com
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