Kshipra Singh

Stories by Kshipra Singh

Do you need career counselling?

Do you need career counselling?

Rediff.com   8 Jul 2011

All of us want be very successful in life but sometimes need help deciding which way to go. Whether you are just out of school/ college or a working professional, there are times when you find yourself confused about your next career move. That is where career counselling comes in.

Top 10 words to avoid in your CV

Top 10 words to avoid in your CV

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2011

Do you consider yourself a 'team player', 'proactive' or 'dynamic' when it comes to work? Even if you do, refrain from mentioning it in your CV.

Fresh grad? Tips for the perfect CV

Fresh grad? Tips for the perfect CV

Rediff.com   19 Apr 2010

Useful tips to make your CV shine.

5 useful tips to tackle your exit interview

5 useful tips to tackle your exit interview

Rediff.com   26 Mar 2010

The basic purpose of these interviews is to find out the reason for an employee's departure and improve working conditions, if that is what triggered the action.

CV or Resume: Is there a difference?

CV or Resume: Is there a difference?

Rediff.com   24 Feb 2010

While most of us use the terms 'Curriculum Vitae' and 'Resume' interchangeably, there is a difference between these two documents.

5 things that will get your CV trashed

5 things that will get your CV trashed

Rediff.com   16 Feb 2010

Kshipra Singh outlines the mistakes that will have employers pass your CV over time and again.

Want your CV to stand out? Here's what to do

Want your CV to stand out? Here's what to do

Rediff.com   20 Jan 2010

Want to score an edge over other prospective candidates in the job market? Kshipra Singh tells you how to perfect your resume.

The most common pitfalls of CV writing

The most common pitfalls of CV writing

Rediff.com   1 Sep 2009

Common mistakes you should avoid as you write the most important document of your career.

CV writing: Words you should NEVER use

CV writing: Words you should NEVER use

Rediff.com   26 May 2009

There are certain words that are seen frequently on CVs but actually irritate recruiters/ interviewers and at times may even cost you the interview call.

10 power words for your CV

10 power words for your CV

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2009

The basic purpose of these words is to demonstrate your hold of a particular situation and the actions you took to achieve a result or come out of a situation.

10 things to avoid at your job interview

10 things to avoid at your job interview

Rediff.com   2 May 2008

If you really want the job for which you are being interviewed, make sure you do not commit these mistakes and instead leave a good impression on the interviewer.

10 tips to get noticed in your GD

10 tips to get noticed in your GD

Rediff.com   25 Mar 2008

Here are some of the things that you can do to make a winning impression in your GD .

8 things you should NOT do in a GD

8 things you should NOT do in a GD

Rediff.com   18 Mar 2008

What you are evaluated on and what you should avoid in a group discussion.

Want a work-from-home job?

Want a work-from-home job?

Rediff.com   11 Mar 2008

Kshipra Singh discusses stay-at-home job options with Get Ahead readers.

8 things to make an impressive CV

8 things to make an impressive CV

Rediff.com   27 Feb 2008

How to design an impressive and user-friendly CV.

Skills every IT professional MUST have

Skills every IT professional MUST have

Rediff.com   19 Feb 2008

While, a job as a software engineer looks very lucrative at first glance, once you get into the industry, you realise that it is not just your technical skills that will keep you in the race. Soft skills or people skills will decide how fast and well you climb the ladder of success.

Switched many jobs? Easy CV and interview tips

Switched many jobs? Easy CV and interview tips

Rediff.com   18 Feb 2008

If you have switched many jobs recently, here are some tips on how to write your CV and handle the interview questions.

12 things your CV should NOT have

12 things your CV should NOT have

Rediff.com   8 Feb 2008

Creating a CV isn't about using flowery language and pretty fonts. There are certain things that put recruiters off and if you want to make a good impression, make sure you do not commit these mistakes.