Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - all videos

StuartW

Hi everyone,

If you're looking for a job and could do with some advice on the best way to approach things like writing CVs and cover letters, doing well in interviews and so on, AAT's new video career coach, Aimee Bateman, might be able to help.

Check out the video below to learn more, and if you'd like to submit a question please do so below. She can only answer a couple each week, but will aim to cover the others at a later date.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbkw6apt-LY

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 1

Here are Aimee's first couple of answers to questions submitted by AAT Facebook fans. The questions she answers this week are:

1. How can I use the 'Interests and other activities' section of my CV to sell myself?

2. How can I make my AAT level 2 qualification more appealing to employers when I have no accounting experience?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_x_ZKYVBpI

Want to submit a question? Leave a comment below, or via any of AAT's social media channels (she only has time to answer a couple a week I'm afraid!).

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 2

In this video, Aimee answers the following questions:

1. What's the best way to follow up a job application? - Sharon, via Facebook

2. What's the best way to present a CV, and how far back should I go when presenting work and training? - via Facebook

You can submit your question through any of the ways mentioned in the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foZU0g7dEz8

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 3

In this video, Aimee answers the following questions:

1. I gained some work experience while abroad. Should I include this on my CV? - Kamila, via Facebook

2. What's the best way to present a CV, and how far back should I go when presenting work and training? - Jack, via Twitter

You can submit your question through any of the ways mentioned in the video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuliwnU3W2o

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 4

Aimee answers 2 great questions in this video:

1. Does my "greatest achievement" have to be work-related?

2. Why doesn't my recruitment consultant return my calls?

Do you have a jobhunting question you'd like Aimee to address?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFW1QWeKXss

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 5

This week Aimee answers:

1. I went for an interview and have heard nothing from the employer. What should I do?

2. Is it OK to state my previous business ownership experience in my CV?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO-8XZ1ylR8

Watch all of Aimee's AAT videos in one YouTube playlist

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - week 6

This week Aimee gives you tips on how to avoid three common social media mistakes that could harm your job applications.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4mkFvS4Ri8

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - Top 5 tips for school leavers

Advice for school-leavers this time, as AAT career coach Aimee gives advice on how to land your first role in finance:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFYSD8IGJAA

Watch all of Aimee's AAT videos in one YouTube playlist

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - How to make your cover letter stand out

AAT career coach Aimee Bateman shares her 5 tips for creating a cover letter that will help you stand out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfUGj6KG-V4

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT careercoach - How do apprenticeships benefit employers?

AAT career coach Aimee Bateman switches focus to employers for this video, and outlines the benefits apprenticeships can bring:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2DkdsnnHtE

StuartW

Ask Aimee: the AAT career coach - Great questions to ask the interviewer

Asking questions at the end of an interview helps demonstrate that you're engaged in the process and are keen to learn more about the company. Here are Aimee's tips on the best questions to ask:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0KF47eepf0