How I Landed My Dream Job Through Onlinejobs.ph (and how you can do it too!)

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A Comprehensive Guide to Becoming a Virtual Assistant Staying at Home in the Philippines

It’s 5:40 AM. I feel for my phone beside my bed to shut off the alarm. I gingerly crawl out of bed and drag myself to the shower, eyes hurting in the artificial light.

Despite being half-asleep, I manage to get dressed and make it out the door by 6:30, barely saying goodbye to the kids. After a long line at the jeepney stop and the involuntary brisk walk in heels, I arrive at the office at 8:00 AM. Right on time.

But I am not that girl anymore.

Now I wake up just before the kids at 6:45 AM. I fix them breakfast and wave at the door when they leave for school. No rush. I still time to water the plants and do some weeding.

By 8:30, I go back inside and take a seat at the desk in my bedroom to open my laptop. I hop on a writing task and an editing project, sending off questions via instant message.

At 5:00 PM, I shut the lid of my laptop. I go back outside to wait for my kids. We then eat a leisurely dinner and watch a movie while I’m wrapping up emails from the couch.

That right there is the reason why I am thankful that Onlinejobs.ph exists. I found a job that pays well and lets me work at home at my own pace. I found my first online job here, which made the transition from being an office girl to a full-fledged work-from-home gal a breeze.

So, are you ready to brave the work-from-home lifestyle? You’re right on track. Whether you’re a newbie, just testing the waters or a work from home veteran, you’ll find this helpful.

Table of Contents

1. How Can Onlinejobs.ph Help Me?
2. Online Jobs 101
3. Complete Your Jobseeker Profile
4. Take Some Good Ol’ Tests
5. Be Better Than You Were Yesterday
6. Choose the Right Jobs
7. Apply With Purpose
8. Respond Promptly
9. Acing Your Interview
10. Bad Jobseeking Habits To Break/Avoid
11. Take That Step NOW!

How Can Onlinejobs.ph Help Me?

OJ-Help Me1Onlinejobs.ph was designed for employers abroad who need skilled Filipino workers. It is a great platform to browse through thousands of resumes and find someone suited for the job.

For workers seeking a job, the site is free to use. We can choose to apply for full-time, part-time, or per-project jobs.

While it is true that there are many other job sites, Onlinejobs.ph proudly showcases the strength and brilliance of Filipino workers — and is exclusive for Filipinos who wants to have online jobs.

Online Jobs 101

So, what does an “online job” really mean? Well, simply put, an online job is a job that you find, apply for, and get hired for just by getting on the Internet. The term also assumes that you’ll not be working in an office setting.

The worldwide web is a vast universe that makes each of us connected to one another even though we are oceans apart. Many businesses overseas look to outsource their businesses to save money and resources.

The Philippines is one of the go-to for outsourcing because we are great workers and the labor is cheap.

There is a lot of work available online — from mindless typing jobs to complicated coding work — as long as you are not needed to be physically present, that job is up for grabs.

For a clearer picture, here are some jobs you can do online, aside from the usual Data Entry Jobs:

  • Virtual Assistant — functions as an executive assistant, only virtual.
  • Content Writer — provides relevant and smart content on a client’s website
  • Customer Service Representative — provides answers and solutions to a client’s customer inquiries, this could be through phone or email
  • Online ESL Teacher — teaches English to foreign students with passion
  • Graphic Designer — creates logos, motion graphics, UI/UX designs, and other forms of multimedia
  • Web Designer — designs websites using web languages such as HTML, CSS, Flash, PHP, MySQL, Javascript, etc.
  • Video Editor — turns a set of raw videos into a compelling finished product

Seriously, there’s a lot. And there’s always a place for newbies and veterans alike. Ready? Let’s dive into what you should do to land your dream online job.

Complete Your Jobseeker Profile

After creating an account, spend some time in completing your jobseeker profile. It is the first thing an employer sees, and it serves as your resume on Onlinejobs.ph. It is your identity, and you should build it with care.

Understand that hiring a new employee is a scary process for employers. More so since they’re taking a gamble hiring someone from across the globe. Make it a little easier for them to trust you by completing your jobseeker profile.

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Aside from your basic information, make sure to:

  • Upload a good government ID. IDs issued by the government usually come with a photo or some form of biometric marker, making them unique and fraud-proof. Here’s a list of IDs that you can use:
  • Don’t skip the skills summary. List your skills and rate them honestly. Explain briefly how you get these skills and why you rated yourself that way.
  • Connect your personal Facebook account to prove your identity. So make sure that your Facebook account is employer-friendly. That means, avoid posting anything you feel you can’t show to strangers.
    If you don’t have a Facebook account, you can validate your identity by sending a photo of your government ID to support@Onlinejobs.ph after you create your profile.
  • Write a catchy, compelling headline for yourself in the jobseeker section. You can do this by keeping it short and accurate, highlighting what you can do why you would be a great addition to any business.
  • Make sure you also indicate your availability (full-time or part-time) and the desired salary. If you want to know how to gauge your desired salary, keep reading, we’ll explain it a bit in the Choose the Right Job section.
  • Upload a profile picture, one that shows that you’re a professional. This means no weird, wacky or inappropriate photos. It doesn’t have to be fancy either. Employers just want to see there’s a real person behind the profile.
    • Philippine Passport
    • Driver’s License
    • SSS UMID Card
    • Philhealth ID
    • TIN Card
    • Postal ID
    • Voter’s ID
    • PRC ID
    • Senior Citizen’s ID
    • OFW ID

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The government IDs have a dual purpose here. Not only do they help verify identity, but you’ll also need these IDs when applying for payment platforms. So don’t wait to get a job to get a government ID. Get them as soon as you can. That way, once you get hired, it’ll be easier for the employer to pay you.

Doing all of these not only helps an employer know that you’re a real person, but it also brings your IDProof up — that means you’ll be eligible to apply to more jobs compared to those who have a low IDProof.

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IDProof is Onlinejobs.ph’s way of saying, “We trust this person is real and who he says he is.” This means that if your profile is incomplete or completely unbelievable (seriously, you’re an expert in everything?), then you won’t get a high IDProof score.

In addition to the algorithm, we also do manual verifications here at Onlinejobs.ph to make sure that the accounts are real, that’s why it often takes a while for scores to go up. So if you edited your profile to raise your IDProof score, it would take a couple of days for the score to increase.

UPDATE: Onlinejobs.ph just implemented a verification system for jobseeker accounts. You will need to upload/provide your:

  1. government ID
  2. mobile number
  3. address

Jobseekers will not be able to apply for jobs if their accounts are not verified. They do this to deter people from making duplicate or dummy accounts.

Take Some Good Ol’ Tests

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Onlinejobs.ph recommends you take three tests and add the results on your profile:

  • the IQ test,
  • the English test, and
  • the DISC test.

IQ test gives employers an idea of your intelligence and how quickly you’ll learn and understand things. This is helpful for employers looking for people who are easy to train for their business.

The English test could increase your chances of being hired since this is the primary language used when working. It lets employers know how easy it would be to communicate with you.

Your DISC profile will be the result of the DISC test. This will give employers a peek into your work style and personality. Are you a loner or a team player? Are you a rule follower or out of the box thinker? Do you have leadership potential? Employers look at this to know whether you’ll be a good fit for the job and the company.

Now you don’t have to take these tests, but many employers only hire applicants who’ve taken the tests. It only takes a few minutes to do these tests, so taking them and showing your results on your profile might get you hired faster.

Be Better Than You Were Yesterday

Now that you’ve completed your profile and taken the tests, you have two options:

  1. you can start applying for jobs or
  2. you can wait to be contacted.

Let’s say you choose the latter. You wait. But don’t just sit on your thumbs doing nothing, use that time to self-educate.

The internet is full of knowledge. Find free courses to increase your knowledge and proficiency to help you land a job faster. YouTube and Google are your friends, so are blogs and free online classes.

Gain skills that you think might be what employers are looking for. The online job market is ever-changing — the jobs that are in demand the previous year may not be the same this time around. If you want to know what skills you want to brush up on to be competitive, you can check out the latest Onlinejobs.ph job posts to see what the in-demand jobs are. It helps to stack up on your skills and know-how.

Another direction you can take would be to specialize. Let your interests guide you on what skills you want.

Don’t just settle for what you know — learn more and be better. Keep in mind that the better you are, the better the job offers and the higher the salary you’ll get.

As you’re upgrading your skillset, don’t forget to update your jobseeker profile, too. Who knows, the new skill you just acquired is the one that’ll get you an offer.

Choose the Right Jobs

If you’re not one to wait around for a job offer to fall on your lap, then you should know how to stand out in a sea of applications.

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You’ve already taken the first step by making sure that you’ve completed your profile. The next step is to look for the right jobs to apply for.

Don’t go for easy jobs with low pay just because you’ve been job-hunting for too long. Patience is a virtue. Besides, you won’t get plus points for job-hopping.

Easy jobs also mean you’ll have lots of competition when applying, and the pay would be less than your worth. You know yourself better than anyone else — don’t sell yourself short just to land a job where you can’t show your full potential.

Easy jobs are also easier to automate. Even if you do get this job, you’ll be replaced soon enough and go back to where you started.

Finding a good, legitimate online work does take time. So keep looking and be patient. The perfect job for you is out there — maybe on the next page, or the next.

So how would you know if the job is the RIGHT job for you? For newbies out there, I know the prospect of online job hunting is really intimidating because there are so many options out there.

Make it easier on yourself. Before you start job hunting, assess yourself using the following criteria:

1. What skills do I currently have?
List down the things you know what to do. You can use the skills list on your Onlinejobs.ph as a guide to start. But if you have other noteworthy skills not on our list (are you a pro-gamer? Math whiz? Do you have an amazing voice?) write them down. You can always include those skills in your profile information.

2. What’s my educational/work/hobbies/volunteer background?
Yes, we often complain about how unprepared our graduates are for the workforce. But you know what, I did learn a lot from school that helped me land this online job. A lot of graphic designers, programmers and social media managers developed their skills through their hobbies. If there’s anything you gained from your life experience that you think would be helpful, don’t hesitate to include it in your profile.

3. What am I naturally interested in?
What does interest have to do with online work? If you like what you’re doing, you’re more likely to be better at that work. You’re also more likely to work on developing yourself if you like your job. In the long run, this can help guide what would be the most viable online career track for you.

Once you’ve answered these questions, start going through the database and assess the job post based on the answers you provided to the questions above. Take note that most of the jobs out there won’t be a perfect fit. But the skills you have don’t have to match 100% of what’s written in the job post. As long as you have the required skills and the job matches your interest, go ahead and apply.

After going through several job posts, you’ll start noticing a pattern of how much employers are willing to pay for workers with your skill level. You can use this as a guide to setting your salary or you can also use our comprehensive salary guide.

Apply With Purpose

That purpose should be to get hired.

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Now that you’ve found the perfect job you’d want to apply to, you’d want to catch the employer’s attention and make a mark. Let whoever’s reading through all the applications remember you by bringing out your personality and putting it on display.

But personality alone isn’t enough. You have to pay attention to the application process. At Onlinejobs.ph, employers are encouraged to take special precautions to filter out applicants who might not be serious.

When applying through job posts, keep these pointers in mind:

1. Read the job post CAREFULLY.
You can learn something about the employer from the job post. The job post will let you know at first glance whether this company would be a good fit for your skills and your schedule. You’ll also find what exactly the job entails there. And it pays to do this. Because nothing annoys an employer more than being asked about information that’s already written on the job post.

2. Follow the instructions (if any) listed on the post to a T.
As I said, employers are encouraged to have special instructions within the job post. I can’t stress this enough. The instructions are there to either:

  • Check your skills,
  • Check your ability to understand or follow instructions
  • See if you can think for yourself and not afraid to ask questions.

So if you don’t follow instructions, don’t be surprised if you don’t get replies..

3. Tailor your cover letter.
Use what you’ve learned about the employer and the job in your cover letter. Highlight what’s unique to you and relate that to the job you’re applying for. When you’re applying for a phone CS position, talk about your patience and friendliness, and not so much about your typing speed.

Your cover letter can be the application email you send through your Onlinejobs.ph profile or a separate document (depending on the instructions in the job post). I can’t stress how crucial a customized cover letter can be. Not everybody does cover letters. Only serious jobseekers do this. So if you want to stand out right away, this is the way to do it.

This is also the part where you can show your personality. Write a perky cover letter if that’s who you are — don’t second guess yourself. Give the employer a taste of what he’s going to get if he chooses you. Just don’t overdo it.

Remember that employers are looking for people who can help them in their business. So you need to present yourself as someone who can fix their problems for them.

Respond Promptly

The moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here! You’ve just received a message.

Whether it’s from someone asking you to apply for a job he’s posted, or a response from a job post you applied for, or an employer with a job offer, always respond as soon as you’re able to.

It’s helpful to have a notification for messages received ( you can activate this in your profile) so you can attend to them right away. A delayed response from you would make you seem uninterested or too lazy to reply.

When applying for online work, take note that it might take a few email exchanges (and possibly an interview) before you know if you got the job or not. That’s why it’s so important to reply as soon as you can. The faster the process goes, the sooner you’ll know whether you’ve been hired or whether you need to move on.

And even if it’s a job you’re not really interested in, a reply would be a nice gesture. You never know. Maybe they’ll have other job openings that would be a good fit for you. Or they could refer you to someone else. GMRC is so rare nowadays that people appreciate and reward it.

Acing Your Interview

Interviews, whether in-person or online, the goal is the same — to make a lasting impression that would get you a job, or at least another interview. Going through an online interview is scary, especially if it’s for the first time.

Here are tips that’ll help you not look like a deer stuck in headlights.

Before the interview:

1. Test your equipment.
Test your connection, camera, sound, and lighting. Test the program you’ll be using for the interview. Make sure you’ve installed it and understand how it works.

Do this again an hour before the interview. You don’t want any surprises.

2. Have a back-up plan ready.
Our internet and, let’s face it, power supply here in the Philippines isn’t very reliable. Make sure that your back up is as ready as you are in case of a hitch. And make sure your housemates know you need the bandwidth during the call so they avoid any unnecessary downloading or streaming.

3. Prepare your environment.
If you can, position your computer and webcam so there’s a blank wall behind you. If that’s not possible, any generic background would do. Just as long as your unmade bed or overflowing laundry hamper isn’t in the background.

Turn off anything that could be a distraction to your conversation. TV, radio, your phone — yes, if possible, your neighbor’s rooster, too.

And make sure no one’s going to make any unannounced and unappreciated appearances — I’m talking about your cat and your kids. The interview would just be 30 minutes to an hour at most. Let them know you need silence and space during that time.

4. Have a mock interview.
Have a friend or a family member do this with you in a, hopefully, identical circumstance as your interview. This way you not only practice your interviewing skills but also test your equipment.

Ask for feedback about how you look and how you sound.

5. Prep yourself for the interview.
Don’t forget to do your research about the employer, prepare your answers, and also list down some questions you want to ask.

During the interview:

1. Dress professionally.
If you’re not sure of what to wear, look at yourself in the monitor. For me, something with a collar works. A quick comb and powder to cut down the shine on my face also help make me feel more professional.

2. Free your computer from apps.
Turn off the apps and programs that might interrupt the interview or cause your computer to work slowly.

3. Manage your body language.
Your movements are more obvious in an online interview. So sit up straight and don’t fidget.

4. Look at the interviewer in the eye.
I know. Even I’m tempted to look at the screen. But do your best to maintain an illusion of eye contact by looking at your camera, or somewhere close to the camera.

5. Have a conversation.
Talk conversationally. Don’t make your voice louder than normal.
Also, when answering, nod for acknowledgment first, and wait for a second before you say your answer. This makes sure that you don’t talk over the interviewer in case the connection is weak.

6. Calm down and be yourself.
Breathe. Don’t try to be the person you’re not just to please the interviewer. Being yourself is the best way to highlight what you can offer, and will make it easier for the organization to determine if you’re a good fit.

Bad Jobseeking Habits To Break/Avoid

1. Not proofreading your profile and cover letters
Your profile and your cover letter are the first things that recruiters see. They hate typos, grammar lapses, and spelling mistakes. So spare yourself from looking like a fool and proofread.

2. Lying on your profile
Lying is just plain wrong. Lying about your credentials might get you the job, but that doesn’t mean you can keep it. What do you think will happen if you were hired for the skills you lied about? You won’t be able to get the job done. Keep in mind that employers can report you for not being true. Not to mention online employers network, and tales of bad workers get around.

3. Editing your profile too often
Edit only when you have to. Like when you’ve finally gotten your Full Stack Development Certificate, or maybe you now have a TESOL certificate. Do not edit your profile just to change things around hoping to be the perfect candidate for a job you’re gunning for.

Editing your account and “fixing” your profile will result in a lowering of your IDProof. And a low IDProof means fewer chances of getting a job.

4. Asking for just “any job”
Don’t sell yourself short. You want to keep a job for a long time, and to do that, you have to like doing it over and over, and chances are, “any job” is not something you’d want to do day in and day out

Asking for “any job” seems like begging for a job — employers would see that as a red flag and wonder why you’d beg for a job if you have a good set of skills.

5. Renting out your account
As I said, employers talk to each other and even exchange VA stories. You should not let other people use your profile to get a job. It’s just the same as lying — the other person wouldn’t be able to get the job done because it’s your credentials that got him hired, your skills. And when the employer finds out about the borrower’s inefficiency, it will be your name that’s on the line. Your name will get negative feedback.

6. Spamming
Don’t get me started on spamming.

Spamming won’t endear you to employers. Applying for all the jobs out there, reeks of desperation, not competence.

There’s nothing wrong with leaning in and trying for jobs you might be qualified for. But if you think sending out mass applications shows that you have the potential to be a great employee, you’re wrong. What it shows employers is that:

  • You’re too lazy to read job posts
  • You’re not confident enough or competent enough for online work
  • You’re looking to fool employers who don’t know better.

Professional Filipino workers have a reputation to uphold. You’ll have a better chance of getting a job when you focus your time applying for jobs that would be a good fit for you rather than resulting in dirty tricks just to get ahead.

Take That Step NOW!

Applying for a job, whether for a work-from-home career or an office, is a thankless task. That’s why it’s important to invest your best effort on jobs that would best fit you. Those who put in the time and effort in making their applications really good are more likely to be hired faster.

So put our best foot forward. When you do your best, employers will notice and see you as “the right one” for the job. With the growing number of online freelancers, you really have to step up your game and keep growing your skillset while honing what you have now.

Don’t stop. You might not find the perfect job now, but you will.

Don’t have an Onlinejobs.ph account yet? Signup here and start hunting.

About Charlyne Lizette
twinkle1Charlyne has been dipping her feet on online work since 2011 and has just recently dived in, leaving her full-time office job in the process.

A writer and an all-around VA. She has now found her home at OnlineJobs.ph.

Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

Comments

    • Jovelle Ann Saldua says

      Hi there! I know the feeling and the more we fail or get rejected, the more eager we get and the more fulfilled we will be once we finally land a job. Have faith and never give up! 🙂

      Reply

  2. Charlotte S. Tabanag says

    I am a secondary school teacher but I love to teach childrens individually in my most convenient time. So that I can still take care my family.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Charlotte, your comment is much appreciated. You can contact our support team (support@onlinejobs.ph) so that your ID proof score will increase, thus increasing the chances of you finding an online job using our platform

      Reply

  3. Faye Astorga says

    Great article, Charlyne! Thank you for sharing your tips on how to successfully land the job you want. 🙂

    Reply

  4. Roselyn Villafuerte says

    Hi! Good afternoon. I am a newbie here, I am having a hard time looking for a job, nobody is replying to me. I don’t know if there is something wrong with my profile or job applications I sent. I enrolled once for the GVA course, but unfortunately, I wasn’t able to finish it. Now I keep on studying on my own.

    Reply

  5. Girlie Simbulan Tausa says

    Thank you for this article. This will improve my profile and my application. I hope I can finally have the job that suits me, as well as my skills. I just recently enrolled in an online course, and I’m looking forward to finally use it. I am also excited to have my first work from home job, because I know I will learn a lot from the employer and from the job itself. I want to learn more things in order for me to grow and reach my goals.

    Reply

  7. Nixxel Cataquiz says

    Good day!

    I sent my application to the Employer and nobody is replying to me =(. However, I’m still hoping with the Grace of God that I will be getting hired as a Virtual Assistant or Personal Assistant.

    Kind Regards,

    Nixxel Cataquiz

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Juliet,

      Kindly complete first your OnlineJobs profile details and if you have a high ID proof score, you can apply to the job posts that you find interesting

      Reply

  10. richelle adoremos says

    hi im a newbie here i am interested with the online job i am a computer programming graduate but honestly im not good in programming..however i can follow the simple instruction and im willing to be trained.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Richelle,

      You can email our support team (support@onlinejobs.ph) so that they can assist you in increasing your ID Proof score
      If you have a high ID Proof score, you can apply to more online jobs in our platform and employers also prefer high ID proof score too

      Reply

  11. Roxann Rhea Mancia says

    I am newbie here. My ID proof is 45 which is quite lower than the required. I worked as an HR assistant before, and I am teaching ESL.

    But I want to apply for non-voiced jobs, any recommendations, please? I can’t apply to any of the job postings here.he

    Please help!

    Reply

  12. Iyen says

    hi there!

    newbie here also. My IDProof is 91. i cannot locate the part where i need to upload a government ID. Can you please guide me?

    thank you so much and more power!

    Reply

      • arianne says

        hello! I have the same concern Iyen.. I have 94 idproof but when I applied for a job it said that I have to upload my government id. If I can remember it right I have already uploaded one. And if I want to reupload it I cant locate where I am going to upload it anymore.

        Reply

  13. Angeli De Guia says

    Hello! I’ve been looking for a job for 2 months now and I can’t land a single one. I have been dedicated to send job applications and portfolios but no employer replies. Any tips? Am I looking at the wrong page?

    Reply

        • Benjamin Perez says

          Unfortunately, at the moment we’re focusing in providing jobs mainly for Filipinos based in the Philippines. Though for online jobs within your country or outside the Philippines, you can try signing up for UpWork or Freelancer. Thanks.

          Reply

  14. Maria Eufrosina Masirag says

    HI!
    My ID proof is 91 tho i have no certificates yet on any online classes that would help me land a job. but had already applied for a few jobs. I didn’t even have any cover letter in my applications. is there a chance for me to land a job? i am currently taking online classes on social media marketing. my last 2 classes will be on Wednesday & Thursday, from there i will already have my diploma. will it help me find a job? this is my very first time for an online job. no experience at all.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Maria,

      Thank you for your comment. For your CV/Resume, you can create an online doc like Google Doc and provide the link. You can add as well that you are currently taking classes for Social Media Marketing, that would be helpful on your resume

      Good luck and I wish you well on your searching for the online job that you like

      Reply

  15. Leif Marvin Udarbe says

    Great content. This article will help newbie in onlinejobs.ph platform. Hope to land a job soon.

    Reply

  17. Angelica Paduga says

    Hi newbie here! I would like to ask where i can watch and learn or take classes for certification to boost my profile and ID proof. I have no experience in online jobs and I want to try it as its very convenient for me to work from home while attending to my 2 kids. I hope to land a job soon.

    Reply

  18. HERCHELLE ODO says

    Hi!

    A newbie here. I would like to ask on how I can share my resume to an employer by a link. I tried to share my resume through dropbox link but seems error keeps on appearing on his part.
    Kindly advise any other way on how and what to do.

    Thank you for your feedback!

    Reply

  19. Dyane Homicillada says

    Hi,

    I signed up and submitted verification docs last May 27 but my ID proof score verification is still in pending status. I’ve sent a follow up email to support@onlinejobs.ph but got no response yet. Please advise if there’s anything else that I need to submit to complete the verification process. Thank you!

    Reply

  20. Rosalie May says

    Hi! Good afternoon. I am having a hard time looking for a job, nobody is replying to me. I don’t know if there is something wrong with my profile or job applications I sent.

    Reply

    • Rewel says

      Hi,

      Can you check if what’s wrong with my profile, I applied and sent proposal almost everyday but I am not getting any responses from the employer. Kindly check my profile and what can I do to attract them with my Applications.

      Thank you.

      Reply

  21. Maricel Mila Dalid says

    Good day!

    First of all, I want to thank Onlinejobs.ph for this great opportunity. I am badly in need of a job to ease my financial burden due to the recent worldwide pandemic. My ID Proof is not verified yet, I need help regarding this matter. Hoping to hear from you.

    Respectfully yours,

    Maricel Mila Dalid
    Freelancer

    Reply

  22. Austin Jason Bilbao says

    Hello goodmorning, noob question. I need an advice on what to put when sending a Job Application, what to put on the subject and message. Thank you in advance. It’s been 2 weeks for me and still no reply from employers.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Austin,

      Thank you for your comment. It depends on what the job post mentions, usually they would provide instructions on how to apply and what content to provide to them. The subject name is preferably the job post title so that the employer is aware what job post you are applying to

      Hope this helps

      Reply

  23. Monette Jane J. Sarate says

    Hi! I am having a hard time looking for a job,work from home but nobody is replying to me. My ID proof is 81.I don’t know if there is something wrong with job applications or how will i improve my application.

    Reply

  24. EMMANUEL RICO R. ASTORGA says

    i want to be a costumer service as computer tech support (computer technician) or network tech support (internet connection technician)

    Reply

  25. Maria Lolita Torres says

    Good Day. I just completed my profile, took all the tests and skills rating and identity proof. I would like to ask if I can add more than 1 government ID to increase my ID Proof? or what other options are there to increase my ID Proof? Thank you and God Bless 🙂

    Reply

  26. Marivic Mason says

    Hi,
    I am a newbie here and I would like to ask what would be ideal to get a job done, please I need an advice. I’ve been sending applications out there but nobody seemed to reply to me

    Reply

  27. Abegail B. says

    Hello,
    Thank you for inspiring us to become the better version of ourselves. I am an aspiring VA, a newbie to be exact. I always watch tutorials to gain more knowledge in this field. Hope to land an online job in the future.

    Reply

  28. Aj Feliciano says

    Hi! This is my first time looking for a job online and I am having a really hard time. I’ve been sending job applications for more than a month already and I haven’t gotten any responses until now even though my ID proof is 99. I don’t know if there’s something wrong with my profile or am I just lacking experience? regardless to say, there’s something wrong on my part. I would appreciate any advice and how I could improve myself. Thank you.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Aaron,

      Thank you for your comment. Aside from your application, you can also provide a link of your resume and/or portfolio of your work so that employers can look through it too

      Reply

  29. Joyce Anne Bacani says

    I have read all the blogs about onlinejobs.ph to be able to get hired, and I am applying them. But it seems like there is a problem with my account. I’ve been sending job applications and sample works for a month now and I’m not getting any response. What should I do to be able to get a work? Is there something I should improve?

    Reply

  30. Jan says

    Hello! I’ve been looking for a job for almost a month now and I can’t land a single one. I have been sending employers/recruiters my cover letter and even follow their instructions like taking an online assessment to other website but I didn’t receive any email or a response from them. I have 99 ID Proof. What do you think I have been doing wrong for them not to respond? Or got any tips? Thank you so much. Rest assured, I’m dedicated when it comes to finding a job.
    Stay safe

    Reply

  32. Macklin says

    Hello! I have the same concern of some of the newbie here in onlinejobs.ph.. I have 93 idproof but when I applied for a job it said that my application is on CUE until I will upload my government id. If I can remember it right, I have already uploaded my government ID three times. What should I do? Please help more power and Thanks in advance.

    Reply

  33. Roselyn Villafuerte says

    Hi! Good Day. I have some concerns here, why every time I will send a job application. It asks me to send my Government ID, though I uploaded it for four times. These things will appear ” Awesome, your application has been queued for sending. You must upload a Government ID before it will be sent. ” And when I did it, instead of increasing my ID Proof, it drops from 90 to 87. Hope you help me. Thank you, and God bless.

    Reply

  34. Fermin Agudo says

    On the Job Applicatiom part, which consist subject, message and contact info, Can you please give me more info about the message part? Can we attach resume, cover letter on the box? How? Thank you, newbie here…

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Fermin,

      Thank you for your comment. Our support team has emailed you about your ID Proof score, kindly check your inbox

      Also, you can put a link of your resume/CV (Google Doc or Dropbox Link) on your OnlineJobs Profile, and mention it when you apply to a job post so that the employer can check your profile

      Reply

  36. Kristel says

    Hi there! I’m glad to find out about this site since I’ve been looking for online jobs lately. I just joined last week and would like to get some tips on how to increase my ID proof.
    Hope to hear back from you.
    Thanks!

    Regards,
    Kristel

    Reply

  37. Tristan Villegas says

    I have been applying for a job for about 2 weeks now and I still don’t get any response from the employers I applied to. I don’t know if there is a problem with my account. I hope I find a job soon.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Tristan,

      Thank you for your comment. If after a week there is no response from employers, you can continue to look for online work that interests you

      Your account is already verified upon checking

      Reply

  38. Shary says

    Hi,

    I’ve received 4 messages from employers and has reply to them as they asked. First I replied to them through email but then they suddenly stop replying. What should I do? 1 sent me videos on how to do the job but until now no response on when will I be starting for training.

    Reply

  39. Elaine Tesoro says

    Hi i would like to know how to increse ID score proof score, thanks. Im a newbie and i have a hard time landing on a job….

    Reply

  40. Ariel Lloren says

    I have applied to over 50 roles but zero response. How do I know that the employers have received my application?

    Reply

  41. loou says

    Hi !

    I am a newbie here and hoping to find a job that match my skills. where can apply? i only have 70 ID proof would that be okay?

    Reply

  42. Armando Gepiga Jr says

    Hi, I have been applying for a job for about 1 weeks now and I still don’t get any response from the employers I applied to. I don’t know if my message have been notice. I hope I find a job soon.

    Reply

  43. Joan Christian Martinez says

    Thanks for the comprehensive guide on how to land a job. Having had more than a decade of combined work experiences, this will be my first time creating a profile for a work-from-home type of job. Hoping to start this year productively with a rewarding and engaging job! Happy new year everyone!

    Reply

  44. Katrina Louise Luyon says

    Hi,

    I am a newbie trying to apply as a virtual assistant or any job related to research, nursing, and data entry. But I haven’t received any response from the companies I applied to. Can you please help me with this?

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Katrina,

      Thank you for your comment. I’m sorry to hear that

      Upon checking, your account is already verified. You can review on your applications and resume and check if there is room for improvement when it comes to your applying to the job posts that interests you

      Don’t give up 🙂

      Reply

  47. Dana says

    Is the educational status matter? I am just a High School graduate but I have enough job experience which I think qualifies me for a certain role. I even learn different skills by myself. I feel like that is the reason why no one replied, is because I am just a high school graduate.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Dana,

      Thank you for your comment. You can register and use our platform to look for online work if you are 18 years old and above. If you have the experience despite the educational status, that is fine

      Reply

  48. Od says

    Good evening. Thank you very informative. I already have an account nd my ID proof was 99 but I am having a hard time looking for a job, nobody is replying to me and I dont kniw if theres a problem with my account or do I need to remove or add something. Thank you.

    Reply

  49. Yani says

    I just wanna ask if how many days or weeks usually the employer reply? Of course, I am applying everyday to the job posts that I am interested into. But, can you just give me an idea on the waiting period so I will know when can I move on with that specific job post. Thank you.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Yani,

      Thank you for your comment. It truly depends on the employer. There are some who would reply after a day or two, and there are some who do not. If after a week there are no replies, you can continue to look for the job that interests you

      Reply

  50. Diana Rose Valencia says

    hi.,im only high school graduate. is it possible for me to get a job here? My id proof is 99, but I have’nt received any response. Ihope I can find a homebased job here.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Diana,

      Thank you for your comment. Yes that is fine as long as you are 18 years old and above, and if you have the experience, you can use our platform to look for the online job that you are interested in applying to.

      Reply

  51. KAREN CACAYAN RAMIREZ says

    Good Day!

    Hi newbie here! I would like to ask where i can watch and learn or take classes for certification to boost my profile and ID proof. I have no experience in online jobs and I want to try it as its very convenient for me to work from home while attending to my 2 kids. I hope to land a job soon.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Karen,

      Thank you for your comment. Our support team has emailed you regarding your ID Proof score, this affects your ability to apply to job posts that interests you. Kindly check your inbox

      Reply

  52. ELAINE NOR CARIASO PEREZ says

    Hi! I’m a bit confused when applying what should I input on the Subject Field when applying for a job? Thank you!

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Elaine,

      Thank you for your comment. It depends if there are instructions on the job post, you have to look out for that. If there are no specific instructions, you can put the job post title and the job position you are applying to

      Reply

  53. Dranreb says

    I’ve already applied on a dozen job posts and none of them are responding. If they haven’t replied within a week, does that mean they have read my application, are not interested and I should move on and look for others?

    Reply

  54. Estrellita Serafico says

    I am a newbie, and I have done what was required to increase my ID Proof score. What should I do to increase it and apply to other job posts that require higher ID proof?

    Reply

  56. Kerovin Arizo says

    Hi Jesicca Marie, can you help me increase my ID score proof also 🙂 hopefully, I can land my first job here in OLJ.

    Reply

  57. Darla Nova Sumanting says

    Hello Jessica Marie,
    I was wondering why everytime I’ve sent out my applications, there’s no copy of message I’ve sent on my Inbox on the sent section. Does that mean my job application didn’t reached them?

    Reply

  58. Karen says

    hello everyone! this is a good article, a great help for those seeking jobs online like me. thank you for this! 🙂

    Reply

  59. Sheila says

    I got a job as a VA Amazon Product Researcher last November. I waited for almost 3 months and many job applications before I got one. Thank you OLJ ph.

    Reply

  60. Russell james alberca says

    Im a 21 y/o male worker, (non Virtual) i dont have experience here in online jobs but i will be glad if i have 1 to help me in my school bills. So can anyone will help me find one?

    Reply

  62. Inna says

    Hello. Thanks for this article. I’m a newbie here. I applied for a job for the first time yesterday. I pressed some wrong buttons and my application was sent even if I have not finished attaching my resume, sample work, etc. Kindly help me:

    1. By explaining how to attach files in my application (I tried pressing the Learn How to Attach Files Here button but it doesn’t play n my ipad at all or there seems to be no content there)
    2. Re-apply to (if possible) or message the job poster about what happened, so he’ll know that I’m serious about this application, it’s just that I’m still not familiar with the platform yet.
    3. By explaining/showing a sample/making a demo of how/where exactly to “connect” one’s Facebook account.

    Thank you very much and more power!

    Reply

  63. Zandra Barboza says

    Hi! I want to ask some of the employers who have the same job post if it reliable to apply?
    Can I use the same template for cover letters because, after all, they have the same job post? The only difference is the name of the employer.

    Reply

    • says

      Hi Zandra,

      Thank you for your comment. it is fine to do so, but try not to copy-paste all of the content, as long as the jist of the application is the same as the other it is fine. It is best not to copy-paste everything so that it does not look spammy

      Reply

  64. Retchel Medel says

    Hi. I’m a newbie here and don’t have any experience. Please help me find a job. I also want to increase my ID proof score, I only have 80 even though I took the tests, completed my profile, and uploaded proofs for verification.

    Reply

  65. Abigail Ramos says

    Hi. I’m applying but it says that my points is not enough anymore and I cannot apply for a job. What’s the best thing to do. Thank you

    Reply

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