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Many people treat online job applications as if they were different from submitting hard copy applications. So they are much more relaxed about typing some details in, submitting it and then being surprised that they haven’t been shortlisted. But the truth is that online job applications should be viewed in the same way as any job application: so take them seriously and follow these tips to increase your chances.

Top Tip No 1 is that you should always check the application, to ensure that all the details are correct and that your spelling/grammar is up to speed.

Tip 2: Make sure that you spell-check the document, using an online grammar and spell-check facility.

Tip 3: Make your application stand out. Do you have interesting hobbies or pastimes that will make you ‘different’? If so list them.

Tip 4: Keep a copy of what you submit, so that if called to interview you are clear about what you have stipulated on the form.

Tip 5: Always try to inject a little of your personality into the application form, but no jokes, nothing crass or vulgar, just a little bit of who you are and why you stand out from the crowd.