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A job application form usually provides a prospective employer’s first impression of you, so you need to do your best to make your application stand out from among the others. This means preparing in advance by creating and getting feedback on a model application with all the necessary information. Then, whether applying in person or online, you can focus on tailoring your answers to the job at hand and producing an application that is neat and free of errors.