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Bhavik Sarkhedi is the founder of Ohh My Brand, co-founder of Blushush Agency. His work has been featured in esteemed publications such as as The New York Times, Forbes, HuffPost, and Entrepreneur. He is the best-selling author of 'The Unproposed Guy'. Bhavik Sarkhedi is an accomplished and verified personal branding expert, award winning digital marketer, independent SEO writer, published author of 12 books, and storyteller known for his prolific contributions across various domains.

How to write a perfect statement of purpose (SOP)? [Verified]

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The greatest of humanity, paired with the smartest, what did they all have in common? The ones who revolutionized a particular field, or a multitude of fields, what are the traits they shared that made them stand out of the crowd? Bring particularly into consideration, the melodious world of musicians and singers. The legends are told and articles are written about all of the ones who made it to the glorious halls of fame. “What makes this singer better than everyone else?” people ask. Is it the determination? It is the talent? Maybe it is their ardent understanding and response to music, or perhaps it is the narcotics in the backstage that makes the metal genre what it is. But for a moment, think about the ones who did not make it there. They too possessed the traits inscribed in gold in the magazines, the articles, and the interviews. They too had an understanding of music, determination, and maybe worked even harder than the legends we hear of even today. For every one that made it, there stand a thousand before him that did not. The writer takes the liberty to ask you, what separated the group from the individual? For myself, it is the way they present themselves when it mattered.

First things first, what is a Statement of Purpose document? It is a way of conveying to the selection committee, details pertaining to your professional, educational, and personal background. An SOP document is the most important part of the university application process. It comprises your achievements, your relevant projects, job descriptions, and education. More importantly, not only does it describe that the above-mentioned traits, but also bring to life your personality in a beautiful flow of words. The order of the above-mentioned attributes will be explained in the following paragraphs, along with a few key points.

Writing a Statement of Purpose is no ordinary task, and not unlike most things in the world, it is an art form. An SOP not only provides an account of your core competencies but also allows the selection committee to take a look at what kind of person you are. Writing an SOP, as daunting as it might sound, is a simple process if you adhere to the basics of it. Add a little element of your distinct self, and voila! You have yourself a document you can be proud of. Something to keep in mind whilst penning down your life relevant to the course is that people are allured toward stories, and not novellas and novels. What I am trying to explain to you, dear reader is that your life should be molded into a story, and not just bullet points of important events. Take a look at these sentences:

“I am observant and empathetic. I am pursuing a career in Psychology.”

 “My observational skills and empathy lead me into pursuing a rewarding career in Psychology.”

The difference between the two sentences must now be apparent. Write an interesting story, not a research paper.

Finally, we start with the first paragraph. A question for you, how long is your attention span? 2 minutes? 10 minutes? Interesting fact, the average attention span of a human is 8-12 seconds. What I am desperately trying to convey is that your first paragraph must be as catchy as can be. The person who reads your SOP has hundreds, if not thousands of other documents to read. So if we want to get the attention of someone with piles upon piles of work, what trick do we use? Generally to start, people use the first paragraphs as an ice breaker, which, not the best route to pursue. What would probably be successful in getting the reader’s attention would be something compelling enough for someone to stay. The first option is a simple yet attractive anecdote, maybe about how you got interested in the field you’re pursuing, or maybe a major life event that molded you into your present beautiful self. The second option, although tricky, is very effective for the long haul if you’d want to spice up your first paragraph and grab the reader’s attention right from the start. Start with an interesting historical or field-related anecdote (not belonging to the writer) which, upon reading, not just gives an insight into one’s interests in the field but also would be a delight to read. For example, here is an excerpt from the first paragraph of a student applying for an M.S. in Pharmacy:

”From the very first human who exposed a wound to the juice of a succulent leaf, we have come a very long way to digitizing and automating processes. And it is interesting to note that ancient civilizations over the globe did not hold back. The Greeks fashioned their myths based on delegating tasks to their idols to mix compounds that heal people. Apothecary as they would come to call it, and a Pharmacist for us mortals. It interests me that there was no huge varying degree between a physician and a pharmacist back then.”

Interesting, simple, and further elaborated upon to explain why this is what allures them toward this course.

The second paragraph, however, would have to be the most technical of the remaining paragraphs in the document. The second paragraph is generally utilized to introduce and elaborate upon your academic and professional career. First, skilfully pen down your academic journey, and keep everything to the point aiming toward not adding unnecessary details. If you have indulged in any important ventures you find vital to mention, such as research projects, papers, other relevant projects, you can mention them in this paragraph. In the case of research, write down as much as you can fit in a small word limit. This consists of the title of the research project/thesis (anything in addition to your curricular requirement), your responsibility and contribution, and the outcome. Again, keep in mind not to go on and on about it due to reasons that will be mentioned at the end of the article. If anything affected your grades, make sure not to ask for pity but to use it positively as evidence of how you wish to get back up on your feet and cross obstacles.

As for your professional career, be smart about it. One would not delve too much into the details about one’s work. Instead, just provide a quick and impactful overview of the work you completed and the responsibilities assigned to you. It is key that you mention any work experience of researching, designing, or interning in any area similar to your field of interest. Most importantly, slightly nudge in between some sentences about what you learned from projects and your work. Just mentioning that you are ‘analytical’ and ‘vigilant’ would not be in your best interest. What would be effective though is mentioning something you have done and then further describing what you learned from it.

The third paragraph should generally focus on the important points. This paragraph should include, in slight detail, why you are opting for the course you are opting for. It should include in good detail what motivates you and what all makes you well suited to pursue a course such as this one. It should also include what your short-term and long-term goals are, for the reader to understand your alignment with this course. Remember, everything you write should be relevant and in promotion of the degree you want to take up. For example, for a leadership-like course, one would hone the managerial skills that they have developed in their life and their experiences of the same. Write only about what increases your chances of getting into the university for the course.

The very last paragraph requires a little bit of research about the university one is applying for, which I am sure you have done since you are hoping to write an SOP. The last paragraph glorifies the details of why you want to enroll in this particular institution or university, and no other. Elaborate about why this university aligns perfectly with your needs, and why this is the university that serves your best interests. Describe in general what you love about the university you are applying to, and maybe add the name(s) of faculty members you would be looking forward to being taught by and/or conduct research with. Keep in mind not to just flatter the university with all your might, for that is very counterproductive and in some cases might severely backfire.

FAQs

What is the need for SOP?
A SOP is a long-term essay required by international colleges and, increasingly, by some Indian universities. This essay is about who you are, who you want to be, and what you’re willing to do in school. As a result, a statement of purpose that sets you apart from the throng may go a long way toward gaining acceptance.

  • What is the best way to write a strong statement of purpose?
    1. Make a list of your reasons and interests.
    2. Write a summary of your degree and previous work experience.
    3. Discuss the significance of your current and recent work.
    4. Develop your scholarly interests.
  • Is a Title Required for a Statement of Purpose?
    Don’t tailor your statement to what colleges think they want to hear. Sincerity is essential and appreciated. Do not use quotation marks or a title for your message.
  • What is the ideal length for a statement of purpose?
    A statement of purpose should be between 500 and 1,000 words long. It should usually be no more than one page long.

Conclusion

In the past, writing a SOP was a simple effort. The selection procedure at top colleges throughout the world has gotten much more severe as a result of the fast increase in the number of candidates each year. As a result, developing and writing an engaging, thorough, yet concise SOP has taken on a considerably larger role than before.

As a result, developing and writing a compelling, comprehensive, yet brief SOP has taken on a much larger role than it did previously, making it one of the most crucial variables in deciding your chances of acceptance.

I hope you found this blog useful. I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavours!

If you have any other questions on creating the perfect SOP that gets you your dream admits, please leave them in the comments area below, and I’ll respond as soon as possible!

Key Notes

An ideal essay is 500-1000 words unless your course specifies otherwise. It is important to note that whatever work or skill you mention in your document, make sure you slightly nudge in what learning you were able to gain from it. This not only provides evidence to what skill you want to hone but also creates an opening to mention all behavioral traits you inculcated from the said skill. Additionally, avoid writing in passive voice and use mostly an active voice. End in a positive message of enthusiasm and hope.

  • An SOP document is the most important part of the university application process. It comprises of your achievements, your relevant projects, job descriptions and education.
  • An SOP not only provides an account of your core competencies, but also allows the selection committee to take a look at what kind of person you are.
  • Your first paragraph must be as catchy as can be.
  • The second paragraph is generally utilized to introduce and elaborate upon your academic and professional career.
  • This paragraph should include why you are opting for the course you are opting for, what makes you well suited to pursue a course such as this one. It should also include what your short-term and long-term goals.
  • The last paragraph glorifies the details of why you want to enroll in this particular institution or university, and no other. Elaborate about why this university aligns perfectly with your needs.
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How to make a top notch resume for your next job?

Posted on by Bhavik Sarkhedi

Covid-19 has wrecked havoc on industries across the board, with aviation, travel, retail and hospitality industries being the worst affected. The onset of the New Year 2021 had resulted in some positive developments, with most organizations in India lifting the freeze on hiring. However, the second wave of the virus has again halted all progress made. In these difficult circumstances, it has become crucial, more than ever as a job seeker to polish your resume and maximize your chances of getting hired. A professional resume writing service with a proven track record and market reputation can help you achieve your goals.

A resume is essentially a snapshot of your qualifications, experience and expertise. A good resume hides imperfections and weaknesses in your profile while elevating your strongest assets. In the process, it makes you a more saleable commodity for companies interested in hiring your services. Let’s discuss some pointers that will help you create a top notch resume and land your dream job.

1. Conduct research into the company and position you are applying for. This is the most obvious step involved in creating an effective resume. But is often ignored. In the desperation to land jobs, people end up sending stock emails in bulk to all companies advertising vacancies. However, what job seekers don’t think of is the bigger picture. By conducting thorough research into the company or companies you seek recruitment in, you will become better at assessing your own profile and be able to identify what more is desired to make you a saleable entity. Say you notice during a LinkedIn recce that the recent or older hires of a particular company you are targeting have a list of qualifications and experiences that you don’t possess. While it may be a setback and disappointing in the short run, it will make you more aware of what you need to work on. You can then build the skills that will land you THE job in the future. You can sign up for up skilling courses, pursue a master’s degree, spend more time honing your skills and selling them on a freelance basis to gain experience, etc. A resume writing agency can also assist you in this endeavour by giving you a blunt, third person assessment of your resume. Resume writing agencies like Estorytellers not only provide resume writing services but also help review your existing resume, identify issues, advice critical changes and create a more polished final draft.

A research into company culture on sites like Glassdoor or the company website will also help you decide whether you are the right fit for a particular organization. And consequently help you illustrate how exactly you fit into the company culture in your resume and/or cover letter. Perhaps the company has a strict and inflexible work culture or imperfect work from home policy. Maybe they have a high attrition rate. These are some of the negatives. On the other end, you may discover that the company shares your vision of sustainability and has been known to give chances to fresh graduates and people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Try to cast your research net far and wide-search the company’s Linkedin profile for new hire information, recent company policies, accomplishments, awards won, new research undertaken etc; read any recent press, business acquisitions, product launches and so on.

Once you have all the research in hand, you can get crafty. Say the company has been facing issues with increasing sales and lowering costs. And you have had great success in increasing sales in your existing job role- you can highlight that fact at the top of your past job experience. A unique selling point will make you especially attractive to recruiters. Research will also ensure you don’t apply to places that are unsuitable either on account of bad fit or unfair hiring practices. The time saved can then be utilized to polish your resume for more suitable organizations.

2. Never lie on your resume. It is one thing to minimize gaps in your experience by placing special focus on the positives and highlighting them for easy viewing. But making outright inaccurate claims is a recipe for disaster. Remember to look at the big picture. You may not get hired by the company of your choice. But you definitely don’t want to be blacklisted by them. Companies conduct background checks even pre interviews and you do not want to be caught fudging stats and facts.

3. Get crafty when dealing with pesky issues like frequent job jumps or industry changes. While you will certainly be asked to clarify gaps during the job interview, you can use a simple method to not bring attention to the same in your resume document. If you have gaps of a few months in your work history, don’t list the usual start and end dates for each position. Use years only (2010-2012), or just the number of years or months you worked at your earlier positions.

4. Your job experience section should not be a mere reflection of the years worked. Try putting yourself in your hirer’s shoes. And frame your resume in a way that highlights how your previous job role and responsibilities make you a valuable candidate for the current post. Generic and factual listing of responsibilities will get you nowhere. Instead, place the skill sets that your new job also requires at the forefront,t when listing past work. Try to find a match. Highlight your wins, special contributions that were recognized by management, favourable performance reviews etc.

 

5. Be concise and avoid fluff and information irrelevant to the profile you are applying for. This may include internships, volunteer initiatives, school certificates etc. If you are an experienced job seeker, your school and college performance and responsibilities matter even less. Narrow you focus and enumerate only the necessary facts. An overly complicated or lengthy resume casts an unfavourable impression. It makes you seem unsure and lacking in confidence.

6. Be specific and make use of facts and figures. According to a Forbes article, adding statistics and figures to your content adds legitimacy and credibility. The same principle is equally applicable to resume writing. Data metrics help recruiters and hiring managers have a clearer picture of your contribution in your previous company. The right data can make your experience seem more substantial. Use examples like “I increased sales from $2 million to $5 million in a one-year period”. Or that “during a hiring freeze and budget restrictions, I helped increase productivity by 15%.”

7. Organize your resume for maximum ease of reading. The average recruiter is likely inundated with applications. And will probably only parse through the first few paragraphs. With that in mind, you need to catch their interest at the outset. List your most relevant information at the very top. Make use of white space and bullets. Typos, grammatical mistakes and long winding sentences are a complete no-no. A resume is not a creative writing endeavor. The idea is to structure your professional journey in a snappy, easy to remember format. This is also an area where hiring a professional resume writing service like Write Right would work to your advantage. As professional agencies deal with a variety of industries on a regular basis and are up-to-date on the current job market and industry specific requirements, they will be able to look at your resume with more capable eyes. With their vast knowledge base, they are better equipped to design your resume around formats and requirements that have worked for successful candidates in the same industry in the past. Utilize them.

8. Add an online supplement or sample of work. Say you are a graphic designer- attach actionable examples of work you have done in the past or mention a link to your official portfolio or website in the resume. If you are a writer, attach writing samples and publications, aside from listing them in the body of the resume.

9. Consider the company or job profile you are applying for when using graphics or visuals. If you are a lawyer applying to a staid law firm position, avoid using bright bold graphics and stick to a simple, formal font. If you are an advertising professional, digital marketer or really in any industry where visuals matter, go all out. Show your creativity and humour by making use of graphics and colours.

10. If you have recently registered for any up skilling courses or continuing education, you must state that in your resume. Your participation in continuing your education or upgrading your skill set will show a willingness to learn and grow.

11. If you have any volunteer experience that matches with your company’s CSR efforts or has any connection to your job role, feel free to list it. Try to think of volunteer activities in terms of a story. Try to showcase your volunteer work in a way that complements your regular job. Volunteer experiences are a great opportunity to advertise your soft skills. Say, you led a country wide blood donation drive. This will illustrate that you are enterprising and possess the ability to lead teams to success. If you are applying to a senior position and already tick off the main requirements, your extracurricular activities will act as a feather in your cap.

12. If you are a fresh graduate with exceptional grades, consider illustrating your academic excellence in terms of percentages and one word summaries. Such as Top 5% of the class. Summa Cum Laude and receiver of highest honours in the class of … Dean List for x number of consecutive years etc.

13. When applying to creative industries like advertising, marketing, PR, design, publishing etc, a strong social media presence and engagement will add strength to your CV. Consider including your social media handles and numbers in your resume. A strong social media standing indicates that you are a thought leader that is trusted by others and respected for your insights. It also indicates that you have the skill sets necessary to build said following. Creative industries operate in the nebulous space where public impression or perception of their brand adds more legitimacy and credibility than solid statistics. A person who can promote him/herself well on social media will likely be able to promote the company’s activities equally well too. Before listing your social media though, make sure there is nothing offensive which may later embarrass the company, if hired or get you blacklisted even before the interview stage. Keep things kosher and don’t post anything that offends religious and political sentiments or antagonizes specific groups.

14. If you are a fresh graduate seeking a job, you can add a separate portion to your resume which lists references. These references can be from your university professors or even internship supervisors. At least two strong references with contact numbers for verification will make a strong impact. If you are completely out of luck, ask your batch mate or internship colleague to write a reference highlighting your contribution to a team or special role in a group project. Be crafty but stick to the facts.

 15. Verify your employment information to make sure that it matches what you have on LinkedIn, especially if the job was advertised on LinkedIn. Any discrepancies, even if they’re accidental, might raise red flags for a recruiter.

 16. Include a Professional Summary at the top of your resume. A brief, one- to three-sentence description that encapsulates who you are, what you do and why you’re a great fit for the job at hand. Pro Tip: Avoid descriptors like “hard-working,” “self-motivated,” etc.-those terms are vague and generic. Focus instead on the skills and accomplishments that set you apart.

17. Include contact information in your header. Cross check this information twice as even a silly mistake like adding an extra letter in your email or one different digit in your phone number would cost you a job. Even for exceptional candidates, recruiters are unlikely to make extra effort on their own dime to find the correct contact information.

 18. Save your resume with a simple file name to maintain professionalism and to simply keep better track of it in your files. You can’t go wrong with “Lastname-Resume-Year.”

 19. Double check capitalization on company names and titles-consistency in your resume is key.

20. Finally, go through everything once and use a professional tool like Grammarly to cross check that there are no grammatical errors or punctuation issues in your content. Also check to confirm that the content flows smoothly.

 

Possible Resume Formats

Once you have compiled all the above information into a rough draft, following best practices, you will be ready for the next stage which is organizing your information. There are different resume formats you can use to structure your content. Here we have discussed the three most commonly used formats and which situations they are most applicable for. A professional resume writing agency like Taletel or Write Right can assist you in choosing the best format for your circumstances.

  1. Reverse Chronological-Reverse chronological is the most traditional resume format and what a job candidate is likely most familiar with. Chronological resumes are flexible and can be used by candidates with any level of experience. This format is most useful if you want to show a vertical career progression and want to apply to a job in a similar field. Don’t use this format if you have significant gaps in your employment history, changing your career path or your history shows frequent job hopping.
  2. Functional– A functional resume is very similar to a chronological resume with one key difference. A functional resume focuses on skills rather than career progression. Since the format focuses on advertising a candidate’s expertise, it is best suited to a senior person with years of accumulated skills. This is not suitable for an entry level candidate with lack of transferable skills. You can use it if you have gaps in your employment history, changing your career and wish to highlight a unique, highly sought after or in demand skill set.
  3. Combination– A combination resume combines elements of a reverse chronological and functional resume. This format is best used by people with 10 and above years of experience in the industry. Use the format if you are a master in your subject or wish to change your career path. It is not as suitable if you are an entry level candidate and lack any job experience.

It is easy to let yourself believe that you can create a perfect resume on your own. But if you have had limited success with landing the job of your dreams in the past or limited work experience, you may benefit from the professional outlook of resume writing services. Recruiters work overtime to separate the wheat from the chaff. And even with everything going for you in terms of grades and qualifications, a clunky presentation will get you put in the chaff category. Resume writing agencies like Taletel, Write Right and Estorytellers have years of experience in crafting effective resumes that are tailored to the industry the candidate operates in. Be cognizant that delay in availing help can make it harder for you to land jobs in the future. Companies frown upon long gaps between jobs. And a professional resume writing agency can help format your resume to make up for any such lapses. Use them.

 

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Top 10 skills you need to master to become a digital marketing expert

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In 2020, LinkedIn listed digital marketing specialists as one of the top 10 most in-demand jobs. And SEO, analytics, content strategy, and social media as some of the most in-demand skills. In this extremely positive environment, everyone wants to learn how to become a digital marketing expert. While we can’t give you all the answers through one blog post, here we have discussed some ways you can enter the industry and specialize in digital marketing.

 

  • First things first.

Before even entering the industry, creating a website, or advertising your services on LinkedIn, you need to have an in-depth knowledge of what digital marketing actually is and what are the skill sets you need to possess in order to become an in-demand and trusted digital marketer. Here we have listed some of the critical skills a digital marketer must possess. You can acquire these skills through enrolling in a structured, long-term MBA or master’s program or you can upgrade your skills through short-term certificate courses or diplomas. 

  • Designing, implementing, and monitoring SEO campaigns
  • Optimizing PPC campaigns
  • Organizing and leading content marketing campaigns
  • Social media marketing (for traffic, awareness, and sales)
  • Managing and leading a team of marketers, content writers, and website designers
  • Data and performance analytics

Unlike, say an SEO specialist or a PPC specialist, a digital marketer needs to have a broad knowledge of a variety of marketing disciplines. The most important digital marketing methods and terminologies that a digital marketer needs to be aware of are:

  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Content Marketing
  • Reputation Management
  • Google Paid marketing
  • PPC
  • Email Marketing
  • WhatsApp marketing
  • Web analytic and webmaster
  • Mobile Marketing
  • Search Engine Marketing (includes SEO and PPC advertising)
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Affiliate Marketing
  • Video Marketing

As a digital marketing manager, you’ll need to know what the role of each channel is and how to use it to maximize returns for your clients.

 

  • Master SEO

Once you have a general idea of digital marketing, the next skill set you need to necessarily master is SEO. SEO plays an extremely important role in the success of a digital marketing campaign. And optimizing a website for search engines is one of the areas where clients will need your expertise. You might work with a dedicated SEO expert in your team. But as a digital marketing expert, you’ll need to supervise them and you’ll need to have the necessary knowledge of SEO to do so. You can become SEO Expert by creating your own blog and website. All you need to design and host your own website or blog is around Rs. 2500 -3000. You can even use your own blog to understand the effectiveness of Google analytics. Install Google Analytics tracking code and explore whether you are getting any traffic. This kind of practical learning will come in handy when you overtake a client’s business marketing strategy.

 

  • Learn and master PPC advertising.

PPC or pay-per-click advertising is an important component of a digital marketer’s arsenal. As a newbie to the industry, you will need to allocate time and budget to managing PPC campaigns through Google ads or Facebook. Therefore, you will need to also ascertain how to run such ads and analyze the results. 

 

  • Explore Social Media Marketing skills.

As a digital marketer, you will need to understand how organic marketing on networks like Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn work and how to use them for your particular client or industry.

 

  • How to run Content Marketing Campaigns.

Content marketing is the most affordable marketing strategy that a business owner can use to build credibility and create results. As a digital marketer, you will need to develop expertise in running and supervising successful content marketing campaigns. You will need to know how to check and analyze search engine rankings and conversion rates. You will also need to understand how to compare different forms of content like video, audio, podcasts, etc. to decide what the best content for your client’s industry is. 

 

  • Master Email Marketing.

The seemingly outdated marketing strategy, email marketing remains an extremely popular method for consumer outreach and lead conversion. Email marketing is usually the last step of a marketing sales funnel. All other digital marketing campaigns (SEO, PPC, Content Marketing, Social Media Marketing), generate leads for email marketing and email marketing will do the sales through a series of targeted emails. In order to run successful campaigns for your client, you will need to know how to construct and run an effective email marketing campaign.

 

  • Managerial skills.

As a digital marketer, you will not be handling all the work that comes your way independently. As a freelancer, you may work alone. But it is more than likely that you will be working with a team of content writers, SEO specialists, website designers, etc. And you will need the necessary managerial skills to supervise your team for effective and timely results. Project planning and execution will be a part of your job role and you will need to master these skills in order to deliver consistent results for your clients. 

 

  • Learn about Data analysis.

     

Strategy is nothing without data to back it up. As a digital marketing expert, your clients will demand that you provide the data to back up your success claims. The must-know tools for a digital marketer are:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Data Studio
  • Google Search Console
  • Facebook Ads Reporting

 

  • Digital Marketing Certification

You obviously don’t need a digital marketing certificate. But enrolling in a comprehensive course that outlines the basics of the process will surely help you become better at practicing digital marketing strategy in the real world. A degree will also indicate expertise to new clients who would be wary of trusting an industry newcomer. However, to win clients, you will need more than a fancy degree. Work experience and success stories in the form of completed projects, client reviews, and case studies will help you build the most loyalty.

 

  • Stay abreast of trends.

Google is making thousands of updates per year to its search results and algorithms, Facebook is adding/changing new features all the time. A digital marketing expert cannot afford to miss out on new updates and technology changes. And thus you will need to upgrade your skillset and knowledge base regularly.

Bhavik Sarkhedi is a top online marketing leader in the country. This digital marketer in Ahmedabad has been consistently ranked as the best digital marketer in India and specifically in Gujarat. His businesses Write Right, Taletel and DadofAd have received great national press and his success stories are incomparable. His namesake website will give you details of all the services he provides pan India. Explore today for all your digital marketing needs.

AreaKey Points
Understanding Digital MarketingGain a broad knowledge of digital marketing disciplines including SEO, PPC, content marketing, and social media. Understand terminologies and roles of different marketing channels.
Mastering SEOEssential for digital marketing success. Learn by creating and optimizing your own website and blog. Use tools like Google Analytics to gauge effectiveness.
Learning PPC AdvertisingAn important skill for managing ad campaigns on platforms like Google Ads and Facebook. Requires budgeting and analysis skills.
Exploring Social Media MarketingUnderstand organic marketing on platforms like Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Learn how to adapt strategies to specific clients or industries.
Running Content Marketing CampaignsDevelop skills to run and supervise content campaigns effectively. Analyze search rankings and conversion rates, and determine the most effective content type (video, audio, etc.) for the target audience.
Mastering Email MarketingLearn to construct and run effective email marketing campaigns as the final step in a marketing sales funnel.
Managerial SkillsEssential for managing teams of content writers, SEO specialists, and website designers. Focus on project planning and execution.
Data AnalysisUse tools like Google Analytics, Google Data Studio, and Google Search Console to provide data-backed success claims to clients.
Digital Marketing CertificationNot mandatory, but beneficial for proving expertise and gaining trust from potential clients. Experience and client testimonials also build credibility.
Staying Updated with TrendsRegularly upgrade skills and knowledge to stay current with frequent updates from platforms like Google and Facebook.
About Bhavik SarkhediMention of Bhavik Sarkhedi as a top digital marketer in Ahmedabad, India, with successful businesses such as Write Right, Taletel, and DadofAd. His website offers details on services provided across India.
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Top websites for content writers to earn good money

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Content writing is on trends. People find this exciting and look forward to being a part of this industry through their skills and experience and gain some content writing money. As a freelance writer, You’ll get an opportunity to set your process for your work, You’ll work from home and you’ll get all the experiences, one gets in the job.

What Is The Definition Of Content Writing?

In today’s world, technology innovation has spawned a plethora of unusual ways to make money. Due to the exponential growth of internet activity and the need for businesses and websites to supply online information to its consumers and subscribers, content writing first evolved as a prominent sector of job at the end of the 1990s.

It’s a type of self-employment that entails writing articles, blogs, web content, product descriptions, tutorials, and other similar materials. How far you’re inclined to put up with your writing determines how successful you’ll be.

In this field, you will get back exactly what you put in. The online world is continually increasing, and taking advantage of the numerous new employment that the internet has produced might be a wise decision.

What are the Pros of Working as a Content Writer?

  • Entry-level writing work can be found almost anyplace with decent internet connectivity.
  • You have the freedom to choose your own hours and develop a routine that suits you.
  • You have the potential to be an independent thinker. The proportion of fortune you earn and the level of success you achieve will be directly proportional to the amount of time you are willing to devote to freelance writing. You can go as far as you’d like with it.
  • It’s extremely exciting and satisfying to get your written work recognised by others.
  • Your employer is up to you. Because there are so many websites, you can pick and choose which businesses and clientele you want to partner with.
  • Writing is an excellent technique to exhibit your creativity while also assisting others in comprehending a variety of fascinating themes or notions.

Here are these 10 websites that can help a content writer to earn a good amount of money.

1.  Metro Parent

Metro Parent is the group that hire freelancers who can for them under the deadline with high quality and easily engaging work. They have a magazine and a website, If you are here, You’ll have experience on how to write for magazines that is absolutely different in this industry.

Just make your content local because they are looking up stories that people can relate to. If your article is selected, You’ll have to attach an invoice in an email that consists of your name, place, address and number. Metro Parents want stories to be sent in Microsoft word attachments.

Features 1,000-2,500 words: $150-$350, depending on the complexity of the topic and number of sources required.

Department columns: $50-75

Parent Pipeline pieces: $35-50

Reprints: $35

2. Michelle Pippin

Michelle Pippin is a company that is in want of articles aimed at helping small business and their profits. Michelle Pippin targets the content that is sharp and can inspire and direct people for small business.

Your work should be original. Payment will be offered according to per articles and payment will be via PayPal.

3. Developer Tutorials

They want freelancers to write everything cool and trendy that can force people to read their work. For example – 30 cool webs to make your developments easier etc. They want the freelancers to help them with the following categories –

AJAX, Flash, JavaScript, PHPASP, Illustrator, Linux, Photoshop, CSS, Java, MySQL, Python, etc…

4. Watch cultures

It covers everything related to entertainment. This is one UK based entertainment magazines that includes everything related to music, dance, art forms, actors, films, scripts, music albums, Gaming, Sports and Television.

Several hundred articles are published daily on this platform. Articles related to radio, Metro radio, Dublin radio and BBC radio are also published.

5. Cracked.com

Cracked.com is actually a humour site that is all about witty and smart content. If you are funny and creative, This site is just perfect for you.

You need zero experience if your content is good because the content is everything that matters to them. The content includes articles, Photoshops and videos so pick up anyone wisely.

High-quality content is considered to be a sign of professionalism on this site.

They offer money only for good quality content which is original, funny, witty, full of humour and can entertain people.

6. Link-Able

This site will only accept English native writers who are perfect in English so this site is not much globally recognized too but as an English content writer, It can profit you to the next levels as you have to write on daily topics for example – Business and news. You can earn a good amount of money once you win the job with your lingual skills.

Submit your work before the deadline in order to maintain the reputation of the company.

7. Strong whispers

strong whispers overs a big deal to the readers as it covers almost every topic that citizens want to know and read. It covers the environment, social issues and lifestyle. Their range is totally wide. They entertain and are people at the same time.

They generally pay you around $50 to $ 15p for your one article. It is quite tough to be a part of strong whispers as it is quite established and has gained heights in the market. They are professional and quite clear about what they want. After you send them your work, you’ll get 3 of these emails.

  1. Rejected
  2. Need minor improvements
  3. Approved

8. Wow Women on content writing

This is another website for content writers. This website is mainly for female freelancers as this site encourages women to work and write. They seek out opportunities to build a great content writing career for women.

Wow Women mainly focus on innovative business and freelancing and training that can help other freelancers to improve and establish themselves in the industry through skills and good vocabulary.

Wow Women can easily pay you $50-$150 for 3,000 words featured article.

They require work that is plagiarism-free. They fetch out original content with a tinge of uniqueness.

9. Sitepoint

Sitepoint is a website that looks for articles that are technical, instructive, well written and innovative. It is in Melbourne, Australia but deals with articles all over the world. They claim to pay above industry rates for good quality content.

Sitepoint want the workers to write on the following topics –

CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Ruby, Mobile development, UX Design, HTML, etc…

10. Uxbooth

Uxbooth is into the design. Their “About Us” page reads:

“The UxBooth is a publication by and for the user experience community. Our readership consists mostly of beginning-to-intermediate user experience and interaction designers.”

Uxbooth pays $100 per article and you can share any idea and content with the team. Articles are usually published for about 4 to 8 weeks after they are initially pitched.

Conclusion

I have shortlisted these sites which can prove to be helpful for content writers. These are actually the best content writing websites for everyone in any part of the world.  All these companies have the same criteria and if you follow all of them properly, You’ll get your payment quite successfully and efficiently in no less time.

These companies are renowned and are totally established in the market and they hire people who have the passion to work on their websites or magazines. Hopefully, These websites can prove to be useful for all the content writers out there.

 

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In such fast-pacing world where everyone wants to do all the work fast and quick, don’t you want something, maybe a ‘Resume’ to show case your skill, talent, and achievements in one place. People take one look at the resume and they make- up their mind to either provide or take your job. So, here I am going to tell you all about resume, the importance and how you can obtain a strong resume with the help of some of the aspiring resume writing services present in India.

First of all, what is resume? Resume is a form of formal document which provide others an outline of your professional works along with your education qualification, skills, and any other form of notable accomplishments. When the resume is joined and send with a Cover Letter, it helps even more in proving your skill and convince the employers of your skill and make you hirable for the position as well. The main purpose of resume or CV is to provide a summary of your relevant skill and qualification to your employers.

To lay the foundation of an effective resume these five key details should be kept in mind:

  • Introduction
  • Contact details that are valid
  • Education qualification
  • Earlier work experience if any
  • Skills required for the job you are applying for.

Now we got to know all about resume let us get to next easy step of why is it important for an individual to create a resume for themselves.

There are hundreds and thousands of people that are applying for the same job as you are but if you want to stand out from the crowd and get hired, it is the work of a resume to do so by highlighting all the important points needed for your employer to see on the right time. Thinking that resume only supplies an overview of your educational and professional background is wrong as the leading motive of resume is to convince the employer that you are worth the job or worth the interview. If the resume can provide a concise form of summary of all the required skills and qualification in an organized format and it makes the employer know about your ability to handle the amount of work as comprehensible so that you can get the interview you wish for.

How Do You Pick The Best Resume Writer For You?

  • Examine resume examples.
    On their website, a reputable resume service will have samples – preferably in a ‘before’ and ‘after’ manner. Examine the quality, but also the variety. If every resume appears the same, it’s likely that a template was utilised, meaning your new resume will be nothing like the others. Also, make certain that the samples impress you. If you don’t like them, you’ll be disappointed with the resume you receive at the conclusion of the procedure.
  • Set realistic goals for yourself
    A professionally prepared CV may be quite beneficial to job searchers, allowing you to present your best self when applying for positions. It can also help you get your foot in the door with potential employers. However, your resume isn’t the end-all of your employment quest. There are many aspects that play into the hiring process; no resume writer can (or should) guarantee that your resume will earn you the job on its own.
  • Recognize what you’ll get for your money.
    Ideally, you should receive a free resume evaluation or consultation before paying for a resume rewrite, as well as the ability to revise a draught version before finalising the document with your writer. With their resume bundles, several providers add a customised cover letter, a LinkedIn makeover, or some other service.
  • Time taken by the Professionals
    The turnaround time for professional resume writing services varies. You’ll discover everything from a 24-hour turnaround to a month-long or longer wait list. How much free time do you have? If you’re not actively looking for work and don’t require a resume right away, you may be able to wait 30 days for your paperwork. If you’re actively looking for work and need it now, though, using a service that offers a professional resume in a couple of days to a week may be the best alternative.

Importance of resume for any job seekers

Thinking that resume solely can provide you directly with the job is a big mistake, but on contrary resume play a vital role in making you unique from others and put you up for an interview or any meet-up with the employer so that they can hire you. Employers substantiate your resume and then they see your personality by interview, ultimately resulting in giving you the job. There are many professional resume writers in India and here I will tell you how you can use these services for your own benefits.

In today’s fast evolving industries many companies are utilizing the service of resume tracking program, where the computer is selecting the resume based on the keywords that are fed in it. So, one must be extra cautious and should try to hire only professional resume writers or writing services so that the important keywords are not missed out and get tracked in the computer searching program as well as catch the attention of the employer who is reading your CV also.

There are many times when we think to ourselves- “If I could have just met the employer, I could have convinced them with my skill and why I was right for the job.” So, in this case your only chance is to encompass all that in an impressive resume, now do you want that one chance to get cut- out because you did not hire a professional resume writer, after all it will not cost you a fortune but can help you make a fortune for yourself.

Some other reasons that one should keep in mind why resume is needed are:

  • It prepares you properly for the interview
  • It makes you look organized
  • Gives you a security and confidence in yourself
  • As it has your contact details it can act as the calling card for you as well.

So, as you can see that writing resume from scratch can be time- consuming for you and to simply amplify the process you are just one click away and I am going to tell you all about those services and how you can utilize them for your own benefits.

Few of the Top Professional Resume Writing Services

Write Right

It is one of the leading professional resume writing service in India. It has a qualified team of resume writers that evaluate your skills and experience based on your niche, and the important points present in you CV are highlighted. There are different formats for making your resume, at Write Right they tell you all about the format and they choose the one that best suits your resume to give it a formal touch.

They develop an up-to-date professional resume; the one recruiter is looking for and the one that makes you stand out from the others applicants. The writers at Wright Right know the importance of resume and how much time is needed by the recruiter to accept or reject an application, so the resume made are so attention seeking that the recruiter can find the keywords in few seconds and match with their requirements and get you shortlisted based on your impressive resume. You can even contact the writer that is writing up your resume so that everything is formal and organized. The chances of grammatical error or any other spelling mistake is nil as they understand that language matters here.

Resume services offered are:

  • LinkedIn Profile
  • Cover letter
  • CXO resume
  • Visual resume
  • Professional resume
  • International resume

Estorytellers

Another leading professional resume writing service in India is offered by Estorytellers. They have resume writing experts and they understand what distinct kinds of managers and CEO’s want to see in your resume. The writers in Estorytellers are well- versed with the right format for forming your perfect resume that is easily readable and impression forming on the employer. The resume writers focus on your skill, qualification, achievements, and experience so that you can have a job that you want and could be satisfactory to you as well.

As Estorytellers are expert in resume writing field they provide irresistible writing service that makes a strong impression for the job seekers. The applicant saves a lot of time and effort by providing the work to the resume professionals or experts. The experience at the Estorytellers will be great and you will go home with a up to the standard result and a perfect resume written by the versatile resume writers present at Estorytellers

Estorytellers resume writing services are:

  • Timely delivering of resume
  • Resume writing at an affordable price
  • The accuracy of your bio is increased
  • Quality of work is increased
  • Impressive resume to grab the attention of the employer.

Taletel

The professional and versatile writers at Taletel with their professional resume writing services. As we know about the competition going on in the business world, Taletel’s resume writers would help you to cope up with the competition and have an impression on the employer you send your application to.

The resume writing service will help you save time and extra effort. We all keep on seeking better jobs, so if you are stuck at a job and want a much better job you will not have time to create an attractive resume, here Taletel can help you easily and affordably with your CV. You give your time to interview preparation and the professional writers at Taletel will give theirs to your resume so that you can reach some good and potential employers in no time.

Taletel resume writing offers:

  • Timely delivery of your resume
  • Resume writing at affordable rates
  • Excellent quality of work
  • Increase in accuracy of your bio
  • Powerful and impressive resume is obtained.

Resume Writing Experts

When there are hundreds and thousands of resumes to search out and select one, the recruiter will not be looking more than few seconds on each application, in this case you want your CV to be up-to-date and highlighted with all the important keywords that the recruiter is looking for. The impressive combination of their resume writing lies in being the expert of what to include and what not to include in your CV and in return you get the absolute best chance that you wish for.

Once you avail their service, they directly connect you to one of the best resume writers. Then the expert will connect with you and gather all the needed information, any other required information and useful suggestions from your side can also be included.

If you have already created your own resume or cover letter and just need a resume expert to check it for you, their experienced writers can help you with that too. They can proofread academic representation or experience to ensure that the quality of your work is not let down by any sort of typos or other silly grammar mistakes.

They also provide professional Visual resume writers that have clear understanding of the industries and they have done some extensive research in that field/ target market and niche. They can edit as well as create a new resume for you if needed urgently based on priorities. CV is something of a must have document that gives you a sharp edge in the competition.

CV Designer

This Chennai based company dedicates itself for creating resumes that are rich in content and designs. All the professional resume writers have an experience of over 10- years in the field of recruitment. They keep in mind all the norms required for writing an excellent resume that says- HIRE ME!

The CVs are individually and with all the careful observations, customized based on the industry that you particularly want and the experience you have. They use keywords that are industry specific and highlighted, often these are the keywords that the recruiter and the manager is looking for in the CV of an applicant when they try to source new talent into their industry or organization.

The various skills in resume writing provided by them are:

  • Visual resumes
  • Profile makeover
  • Cover letters
  • Info- graphic resumes
  • Text resumes
  • Resume writing

Get Set Resume

To get much brighter and better future you should focus on better resume as well, here at Get Set Resume you can get that help easily. This company can give you a research driven, analytically optimized and responsive resume or CV. They expertise in providing with World class professional document for your employer to see across any part of the world. They try to analyze your resume with respect to the present jobs available in the market or any specific vertical and prepare an edge cut especially for you.

One can easily and directly contact the expert with regards to their problem or can easily update with any extra upgradation in their skill.

Different services provided by them are:

  • Biographies and elevator pitches
  • Info- graphic resume
  • LinkedIn profiles
  • Resume or CV development
  • Cover letter
  • Resume V- Card

Who does not want to see some growth? Be it in their career or life sometimes, be it with some employment gaps in between or any switching of career fields at any moment of life, building a perfect resume on our own becomes tricky and difficult sometimes. But, with the help of professional resume writing service, you can manage to get your dream job. As I explained above Resume writers work to highlight the positive aspects of your career history, qualifications and make the negatives less important to the employer. Resume writing is a skill that gets developed with time and experience and something only the professional resume writers understand what the recruiters might expect from your resume. Hence, the resume professionals help with your CV to help you apply with confidence and get a positive outcome, the one that you wish.

To sum all this up, if an awesome career is required, an awesome resume should be your end goal, something that seals the deal with the employer and acts as a stepping stone in your career path. If you plan to compromise the worth of your CV you may as well lose trust and credibility from others.

 

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