So, he suggests, don't use the standard Microsoft Word resume templates like so many other people do - instead design a unique resume layout to stand out.

Try to find out as much as possible about any interview in advance - such as by tracking down and speaking to other new recruits - to see what should be expected from the interview process.

What's more, Adams says many people make silly common-sense mistakes when applying for jobs that seriously hamper their chances of success.

One example sited was the person who used a template for a covering letter but forgot to add his name and address so the address simply read "Your name goes here, your address goes here".

There are, he claims, 7 steps that you need to get right to land your dream job. And if you follow his guidance he guarantees you a new job within 60 days.

1. Step: Consider your skills, experience and likes to work out your perfect job
2. Step: Get to know the job role you are interested in like the back of your hand
3. Step: Create the perfect resume
4. Step: Find available positions for your dream job
5. Step: Apply in style for those jobs
6. Step: Knock 'em dead at your interview
7. Step: Choose the best job from the offers you receive

There is a lot more to each point to guarantee your success but so many people fail (or don't even try) at each step that simply following the above steps - in that specific order - will greatly increase the applicant's chances of success.

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