South African Cabin Crew Assessment Day | margotindubai
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- čas přidán 3. 07. 2024
- A year of traveling the world, collecting beautiful moments, food and a lot of magnet souvenirs, I've finally sat my bum down to share my experience of when I went to the cabin crew assessment day.
If you are just here to watch the video and see what I'm up to, (hi dad!) enjoy!
Watch it, enjoy it, laugh at it, show it to your cats, the gardener, your grandparents or just anyone interested in traveling the world while serving drinks, and occasionally saving a life.
A few things:
Song I used - Distant Fortune by Daniel Keade
Shot on my iPhone XR and created on iMovie
Thumbnail created on Canva
Popcorn made by me. (The only thing I am able to cook)
FAQ
I'm an international flight attendant for Emirates. I am from South Africa and live in Dubai while I travel the world on a weekly basis. I try to capture moments that I believe will make me feel nostalgic when I look back at them a couple of years from now. I absolutely love to create videos, and hope to improve my video editing skills.
I'm a passionate, curious human being and I hope nothing more than to inspire and motivate anyone to pursue their dreams, goals, hobbies, interests and whatever else makes them happy without having a care in the world.
that is all.
Hey guys! Just a few more tips I forgot to mention:
Smile throughout the whole day. If your cheeks aren't hurting, you are doing it wrong.
Make friends and chat with everyone. Show that you are approachable and easy to talk to. If you don't know what to talk about, then ask people questions about themselves. Some people love to talk about themselves.
Do look the part. Be well groomed, wear make up but stay away from the fake eye lashes and too much contour! Have your hair up in a neat ponytail but preferably a bun and make sure that your nails are neat and clean. No long, or chipped, or claw shaped nails and have either a pretty soft pink or a red or nude or clear colour.
Do wear heels, they don't have to be high, but if you do wear high heels make sure you can walk in them. And I don't mean being able to not fall over, but walk in them while having a great posture.
Wear clothes that make you look professional, like a skirt (the hem must be at least at your knees or right above. No short skirts, the same goes for dresses) and make sure that your top or shirt isn't revealing and that your underwear won't show through the shirt. You don't have to wear a blazer, sometimes it just finishes the look but it isn't a must.
And that is all for now.
Good luck! x
I really enjoyed your video and I know we all have our personal reasons but what was your answer to the questions
Why you want to be a flight attendant
And
Why you chose Emirate
Thanks Sweetheart 🙏🙏🎉😘😘Will love to work with you.💯
I love people who genuinely want to see others succeed 💃💃💃
I love your advice! Pure class! Thank you!
This is so helpful.I am attending my assessment tomorrow🙏🏼
I discovered you about an hour ago and I binge watched all your videos and I absolutely love the way talk and express yourself. I'm aspiring cabin crew myself and this video is extremely helpful. Thank you so much. Hope to see you on board very soon ❤
Thank you so much!! I hope this pandemic gets sorted out soon so that you can reach those dreams!!
I really don't know why they were not taking you in all along - you are just a wonderful person, your charisma and friendly disposition, the type of a Cabin Crew member that can effortlessly lift up the spirit of anyone who has been having a bad day.
The way you explained you assessment day really calmed my fears. Thank you so so much❤. I am really enjoying your channel. Have a great day✨
This was so informative and helpful! Thank you ❤
I really like your videos and the way you deliver yourself. I am an aspiring Emirates cabin crew and your video is so informative. Keep doing great videos!! ❤️
Myka Piencenaves aww thank you Myka! (I love your name btw!) and will do! I’m excited to share more videos soon!!
I made it through the assessment day and had my interview immediately after! My interview only consisted of 3 questions, and it went by super quickly. I thought it was going to be much more challenging.
Thank you so much for your tips! They truly helped. Now I'm waiting to receive the golden call hopefully ❤️
From one South African girl to another, thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
That's so great❤ ❤. I'm so glad you got an interview. Did they eventually call you?
What were the 3 questions?
gurll did they call u back ? and wat were the questions?🥺
This is so detailed. Thank you.
You're very welcome!
I love your positive energy and truly enjoy your videos. Please upload more!😍❤
Sending you love from Cape Town, South Africa😘
Ahh hey girl hey! I'm busy with three videos atm, so stay tuned and thanks for the support!
I really appreciate this video. Thanks Margot😊❤️
Nozuko Dlodlo you are very welcome!! ☺️☺️❤️
I love this! Thank you for sharing :) You look so sweet!
A big thanks and appreciation for your meaningful video! 🥰
You are SO welcome!!
Babe I commend you for your effort and courage. You must have been passionate and you got the job sooner or later. It’s great that you didn’t think of failure. Inspiration x
Hi Shirya! Aww thank you so much!! Your message really means a lot to me! :)
You came up on my recommended which is awesome! can't wait for more content :)
Aww how cool!! I'm excited about yours too! :D
You are beyond inspiring, thank you
Tayler's Travels I appreciate this more than you will ever know! Thank you Tayler!!
I'm so happy to find a South African Emirates cc youtuber! I'm south african too and I really want to become Emirates cc one day! Looking forward to more vlogs especially in Seoul haha
Hi Moey! Aww thank you and welcome! I loved Seoul although it was a bit cold when I went there... Good luck with your assessment day and hope to see you in the sky soon!
Me too
What was the idea you came up about the scenario share with me please 🙏
This is really appreciated
Yolo Dana I am so happy to hear so!! 🥰 if you have any questions let me know!
Very helpful thanks!! ❤️
was lookin to watch few minutes of the video but the way u did put it all together made me watch it all somehow 😂
love it ❤
Ah you made my day! Thank you! 😁
Hey sweetheart!!
All I wanna say is Thank u for all the inspirational,epic,craziest videos❤️
When I watch ur video it somehow makes my day😇 & this video is like the motivational one,I've been facings loads of downs in my life but still trying to only focus on my dream,my love towards this field so ya wish me luck🤞Stay blessed, healthy,love ya from ❤️🇮🇳
Hello!! Aww thank you for the beautiful compliments!! I'll be uploading more soon so stay tuned! Best of luck and stay safe!
this is amazing thank you for your help
You are welcome!! Best of luck!
Much love from from a fellow South African ❤️ can’t wait to hopefully be apart of the crew in the future
Hi Kiara!! That would be so great!! 🤞🏻☺️
🥰
Going onto my third time applying ... well hopefully after this virus clears!
Thanks so much for the tips!
Hopefully 3rd time lucky 🤞🇿🇦
Hey Jenna!! You go girl!! Send me a DM on my instagram @margotdekock with any questions and I'd love to send you a few tips and examples for a CV and so forth!
Lovely video
Wow 2018 I was with u during the assessment day I remember that day u were so confident
WOW! So inspirerend! Hoop ek kan ook eendag na die Pandemie cabin crew wees en saam met jou vlieg!
you have the sweetest voice! love your videos :)
Thank you so much!!
Is anybody going to bring up the popcorn moment? hahaha Loved it and love the video! What is your favorite part about the job?
Just found out your channel and
The hiccups just made my day ❤️😊
Wow Margot you look very nice and beautiful amazing video well done 😊😊❤️❤️👍👍
Thank you very much ❤️
You're welcome 😊
Hey Margot
Congrats and thank you for your awesome advice
I'm new to your channel
Loving it
Thanks for subbing!
@@margotindubai I’ve worked in aviation specifically ground handling and I have my South African cabin crew license
Haven’t flown yet but soon I’m sure
Always staying positive and applying for cabin crew opportunities domestic and abroad especially with the Middle Eastern carries / Emirates 😉
They often recruit for positions within South Africa and I have been called for a call center position for Johannesburg
Waiting for a 2nd call as the recruiter wanted some information the during first.
U are an inspiration to many especially all of us aviation enthusiasts who aim high in becoming emirates cabin crew
Oh my God my hands shake too when I'm too nervous in front of some type of jury! It's such a relief to hear about you being nervous that day! I'd love to became a cabin crew member myself, so hearing about your experience gives me so much hope! Love your videos! You're very sweet and I thank you so much! Just a small question: Are smart watches allowed in Emirates? Like apple watches? I saw members of others companies use them but never emirates
We are not alone! Haha! Aww I'm so happy to hear that you aspire to join the team! Thank you so much for the lovely compliment!
So we aren't allowed the smart watches. Just a normal analog or digital wrist watch is allowed. :) I look forward to hear from you when you join the team!!
ah girl, i’m so happy I came across your channel !! really excited to see more content from you. You seem like such a friendly and genuine person. oh and btw ek is ook van SA! Was lekker om jou afrikaanse stem op n vorige video te hoor 😂❤️
Kirsten Pietersen Aww thank you Kirsten!! Much appreciated! I’m working on a video at the moment and am just waiting for the right time to post it! Hopefully I’ll have more content soon! Hahaha ek het net gedink ek moet darem n bietjie represent jy weet 😉❤️
Wow nice video keep it up i support you thank you for sharing video 🙏🙏♥️♥️👌🤝
Hey Margot . Thank you so much for this video.It’s really thoughtful and helpful . What advice would you recommend to include in your cv when applying ? Thank you.
Hi Shaakir! Thank you for the lovely compliment! I would suggest keeping it to a maximum of two pages, however the best would be 1 page. I have started with a list of my 5 best skills like "proven relationship builder with excellent interpersonal skills, highly adaptable, positive, resilient, enthusiastic, dynamic and eager to meet challenges and so forth. And then I moved on to my experience. Any experience that you have that is related to the job that you are applying for, add those. The rest you can leave out. Make it easy to read. Do add languages that you speak as those could help you but only if you are fluent in spoken, written and reading. And then just make sure that it is free of any spelling or grammar mistakes. :) Best of luck!!
Nice video and great explanations.
Interesting that although cabin crew have to go through such a grueling process of elimination, there are still rude and obnoxious cabin crew around 🤔
Manifesting✨💫🇿🇦
12 times?😳 Wow! 👏🏼👏🏼
Did you attend all 12 open days in South Africa?
Thank you! So the other airline had open days and I applied once in Amsterdam when I lived in the Netherlands, and then for Emirates, they only have invitation days and all of those I had attended in South Africa as well as the other open days for the other airline. :)
Hi.dear I many times I traveled to Dubai
In Emirates very good servings.
Applied 12 times 🤯 gosh that’s crazy!
Hi,
Its so nice to listen to you talk and also very inspiring.
I would like to know usually how long will it take for the assessment day to happen after applying online.
Thank you so much! I think I waited for about a month to get my invitation as I had to wait for them to come back to Johannesburg.
U r wonderful ☺️💝
Aww thank you! ☺️☀️
Hi thank you for the video, were there people that came without invites but got in?
💕❤💛
Hi Margot! Thank you so much for doing this video, I just came across it and it was by far the most informative video I have seen regarding this topic. I myself have applied for the job quite a few times but have still not received the interview email. Do you think it is maybe because of my CV? is there something specific I should add or avoid, perhaps my picture and such? I have been trying for 6 months now and have had no luck yet. Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks. xx
Hi, did you have any luck with the online application? I applied for the first ever time a couple weeks ago and was rejected. First of all i know i'm probably too young (nearly 20) , but i also don't think i uploaded the right kind of photo or had the right key words in my CV. I hope i will be accepted when i try again towards the end of next year when i'll be coming up to the age of 21 :)
Hi, this is a great video 👌🏾
Thank you for sharing it.
Where did you attend the Open Days in South Africa and where do you go to apply/to get an invite for the open day?
Qhama Mapuma hello! Thank you, I’m happy you enjoyed it!
I attended in Johannesburg and I applied online and waited until they had sent me an invitation:)
@@margotindubai what is the name of the website? 🙈
My fellow South African 🇿🇦🇿🇦 Hi Margot 👋👋I love your videos, you're amazing, I've got two questions for you
1. Do you think its possible to study part time while your a flight attendant? 😬
And two
2. Well you know how most people would dress semi formal or formal to an job interview right, well I'm was wondering if its the same thing to an assessment day?
Can't wait to hear from 😁
Hey fellow SAFFA! So nice seeing people from my country on here!
1. You can absolutely study something part time, however if you have exams you'll have to write and ask if you can have the day off or if you can put in leave for the day to write your exams.
2. I would say to dress up formal, and don't be afraid to be overdressed. Stand out from the normal black skirt and white shirt because everyone is going to wear that. I wore a black dress that was very nicely fitted and a blazer over it and high heels that I felt very comfortable walking in. Don't be afraid to wear a dark red pretty shirt with a black skirt to shake things up a bit. It'll match red lipstick very nicely too ;)
hii Margot! I’m an 11 year old girl whose so excited to grow up and finally become a flight attendant for emirates. Do they do interviews online or in person? Do they offer accommodations before the Golden call. If not then where do we stay? Also is the interview questions easy and how can I already prepare myself? Do I need perfect teeth? Sorry if the questions are a lot but you’re videos inspire me so much!
Hello! I love the enthusiasm and hope you don't ever loose it! The interview can be done in person or online, it depends on what they want. You get the Golden Call first, then ask when is the earliest time you can join, then you'll receive medical forms that your doctor has to sign off, then you'll get your visa plus plane ticket and you will also learn the name of the acommodation you will stay in. You do not need perfect teeth, I've flown with many crew who don't have perfect teeth. However there are a lot of dentists in dubai that offer crew discount to do things like invisaline and so on to get perfect teeth :) I'm not bothered by your questions! I'm so happy you're inspired!
What did you say about the colorful umbrella?
Hello Margot
About the final interview, did they ask about your Au Pair experience? Do you remember the questions? I was an Au Pair for only 3 months And gave up before the contract
Hugs from Brazil
Hi tank you so much for your video. Quick question do you have to put your picture on the cv and add a cover letter?? Thank you
Hi Jessica! You are welcome! So you have to have a passport photo that they will ask you to staple on the top corner of your CV. I definitely had a cover letter for the online application, but my CV’s layout started with my personal information, then I put a few strengths in bulletpoint form so that the first thing they can see is: I’m great at solving problems, or I excel at talking to a room full of strangers and anything else that would be a great trait to have for this job. Then I went on to my education and then past job experiences. If you are applying online DO add a cover letter, if you drop your CV off, they dont have time to go through your letter. So rather practice what you’d like them to know about you and then if they ask something you are ready. ❤️
Thank you for such information ❤🤝really helpful...can we get more information on applying to become an Emirates pilot ??a on that would help alot
Hellop!! I unfortunately have no idea how to become a pilot, but you can go check out Emirates.careers and go to the pilot section. I'm sure there will be info for you there :)
They called me to confirm which assessment day I’ll be attending yesterday. I’m so stressed as the assessment day is next week Friday. I was hoping to receive the invitation yesterday. Should I call the agent back or must I wait . I’m stressing 😢😅
How old were you when you finally got hired? (if you don’t mind me asking)... sorry if this is a rude question. I’m asking because I’m a little insecure about finally applying I’m my late 20s when everything opens up again?
Helloo! I don’t mind at all ☺️ I was 23, but there were people who were 31 who joined so don’t let it bother you. Go for what you want! 🤗
Ok I have a few questions. Firstly, do people that wear prescripted glasses get disqualified? Is that something that can they can disregard when applying?, also, with the medical assessment, what kind of tests do they conduct? Once you get to Dubai, how long is the training for before you can officially fly?
We have many people who wear glasses! They just need to have an extra pair and it needs to be according to the guidelines to still look professional. They just take your hight and weight, check your blood, test your pee (no drug and alcohol policy) and you get a few shots if you haven’t gotten them already like yellow fever vaccine, and so on. You’ll get a full list of it before you join in dubai. The training is for two months and it is free. ☺️
Hi Margot. Thank you for a beautiful and informative video! Do you have colleagues that have kids? I've been doing my research and every channel I've watched that has shared their experience/journey do not have kids and Google also has nothing on airlines and flight attendants with kids. 😅
Hello! SO MANY! So some of them come to Dubai, and the kids stay with dad or grandparents in the homecountry at first and they try to visit as much as they can until the spouse can move to Dubai too. You can get a live out allowance if you have a direct relative living in Dubai that is on a resident visa. So if your husband can come over and get a job, and then get a resident visa, then you can apply for the live out. But unfortunately you can't bring your child with you and have them stay with you in the crew accommodation.
Margot, thank you for taking the time to make this video, it helped a lot! Now since it took you a few tries to get the job, was there a waiting period to reapply again? Also, you were able to pick your date of joining?
thank you :)
Hala Tayeh Hi Hala! Aw thank you for taking the time to watch it! So if you make it to the final interview, the waiting period is 6months. I never made it past the 2nd round sometimes falling out at the cv drop off so I could immediately apply again. For the date of joining they will ask you if you need to give notice and if you are available for (insert date) if you need to sort out things first then you can ask them when the next possible date is and that will be fine. Best of luck!!
Hi...what kind of pictures do they need when submitting online??
Thank you for the video
It’s really appreciated
Do you think I can reapply after failing the 1st group test but without waiting 6 months ?
Eva Keal Hi Eva! You are welcome! Yes absolutely, that’s what I did. You only have to wait 6 months if you made it through to the final interview. And then go to the channel wish casting. They have all of the assessment day things explained and then you can prepare yourself better. Best of luck!!
Hi Margot.. Thank you so much for this informative video.
How old were you when you joined? And how tall are you?
Hi Shadi! You are very welcome! :) I joined at 23. I am 1,72 or 5’9. But the different ages were anything between 21 and 32 that were training with me. And there are many shorter girls.
@@margotindubai thank you ❤️
hi i hope ur doin well. i was wondering whether you know some cabin crew that r currently working for ek but managed to do so by creating a second account and saying no to the question that says have u ever been interviewed by ek while they were?
Hi, do you know if you have to move that quickly if you get accepted for the job? Just wondering because if the only time I can apply in South Africa is in September, I will only be completing my degree in March the following year so would I only be able to apply in the year that I graduate? Of course none of this matters if you can apply during other months..
Hello! They are recruiting year round, so apply online, and wait to get an invite to an assessment day, and if you get the golden call, you can choose when you want to move to Dubai as long as it is within 6 months of your golden call, otherwise you have to do it all over again. So wait a little bit until it is closer to March and then apply.
Hey Margot 💐🥹🤍just wanted to know with you assessment day did yoi write an english test?
l have a question l need your guide and help l am living in South Africa l applied about a week ago when they asked me to complete my application how long does it take for me to receive an email as shortlisted how long do l have to wait also how do l check my status update recently l can notice that airlines are going different countries when do they come cape town
Hi, I don’t know how long it takes as there are always different timelines that I hear about. A little tip, try to use punctuation in your sentences. Makes you look very professional 🙂
What is the requirement and then is it only for ladies or mens can be flight attendants or cabin
Ladies and gents can be cabin crew! I’m one of them ✈️
Hi, I have a question, what does 'go above and beyond for a customer' mean?
That's a good question! So for an example, what would you do when a couple on board tells you they are on their way for their honeymoon? Are you going to say ahh congrats then walk away? Or will you try to get a few treats and make something special for them to enjoy? If you choose the second option, that is you going above and beyond. Making customers feel welcome and special. When they are on board, it is part of their journey. to wherever they are going and we want to make sure htey have a great experience and want to come back. :)
@@margotindubai thank you so much for this detailed explanation, I hope the world will heal soon and we can start to try to apply for our dream job.💕
I want to apply for CC so bad.I have experience as ground staff.That is my ultimate dream and I am getting old now...28years
Go for it! I trained with people who were 32!!
Did you apply with your C.V alone or with a cover letter?
Hi Esther! I sent in my CV as well as a cover letter attached. :)
Hey sis did you write a math or English test if yes it took how long ?
What is your idea supposed to be based on
Heeey:) how many times did you try?? I already tried 2 times: first eliminated after CV drop, without even saying anything, and second- after first group play, which I think I did quite well.. I want to try and finally get the job... is it possible to try earlier than after 6 months? Do I have to create a new account with other email address and phone number??
Anastasiia Bozhyk Hi Anastasiia! Imyso sorry you didn’t get in. Keep trying though! I applied 12 times. You only have to wait for 6months if you have done the final interview. I would create a new account but use the same contact information or maybe change the email address. And then go check out this channel Wish Casting on CZcams. They go down to the T in details for every little thing about the assessment day and what the interviewers are marking you on and so forth. I wish they were there when I first started out. Best of luck!!
Margot de kock thank you for your response!! You‘re so motivating!!! I will definitely try till I get it💪🏻🤞🏻
Hi how do u do the first online applications and wat are the requirements
Go to emiratesgroupcareers.com :) All of the information is there
Hi! What website did you apply on & is Emirates hiring flight attendants now?
Hey! Go to Emirates.careers.com and scroll till you see cabin crew. They aren't hiring anyone at this moment, but you can keep going to that page to keep an eye on it until it changes :)
Hey dear, i have been invited for an interview but am 34yrs. Am scared thats too old to be a cabin crew. Is there an age limit that you know of?
hello from greece!!! can i ask you something? what is your answer in question about abone AND BEYOND? thank you
Hi and welcome! So I can’t remember what I said exactly. I think I helped a girl get her passport as it hasn’t been delivered after getting her visa, and I called the people and the delivery people and it wasn’t part of my job or my responsibility to do that. If you don’t have any experience in customer service where you did that, explain how you held a surprise party cor a friend or when someone was having a bad day how you did something special for them to cheer them up. We do things as cabin crew when people are going on a honeymoon or going to celebrate a birthday, we try to make it a special experience for them however we can. Sometimes we have treats, we make cards and have all of the crew sign it and we take polaroid photo’s. That’s part of going above and beyond. Some people have medical emergencies on board and go the the hospital and some crew have gone to visit the people in the hospital during their layover and have taken flowers... so yeah basically things where you do something for someone that is not expected of you. :)
Can I wear head scarf for the assessment day becos I’m Muslim
gurl i wear braces and my lower teeth have lil gap in middle like when i talk its noticeable, im also 20 ill be 21 un jan do u think i should go to the assessment day? in sep
Don't worry about the gap, I've seen many crew with gaps/imperfect teeth. However wait until your braces are off otherwise it will count against you :)
@@margotindubai the gap is noticeable when i speak🥺💔 can i tell them i wll remove the braces and wear invisalign instead if i get hired
KO 👍👍👍👍👍👍
I know everyone says to wear a skirt, but is it acceptable to wear work trousers and a blazer?
Absolutely!❤️
@@margotindubai thank you ❤️
Hi, I just want to ask a question regarding age. Can I join if I am 27 years old?
Absolutely!
@@margotindubai thank you
Assalamu alaikum my frend
Hi Margo💕 I hope u doing well. I was looking for a south African flight attendant vlog an I came across your blog I'm greatful by this. I am 16 my dream is to became a cabin crew member ,an I'm worried because my height is not accurate. Please tell me if its really important.
Hello!! Welcome to my channel! So, height becomes an important factor when you need to close the hatracks, reach the containers in the galley and pull it out and put it back in, and to reach some of the safety and emergency equipement stowed in the hatracks. You can start doing stretches like pilates or yoga. I have heard great things about people who actually got a bit taller or maybe their reach improved as well as their posture which assisted in them being a bit taller. Give it a try! If you can't reach the sticker on the wall they won't put you through to the next round.
Also I'm so happy you were able to find me as a south african flight attendant! That's exactly why I put it into the titles!
Thank you so much Margo .God bless😇
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Is 30 too old to become a flight attendant with no previous experience?
Not at all!!
Hi ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇮👈
you forgot to say you have a boyfriend :)))))))) with love , Ligia Johannesburg flight
Stay tuned! ;)
Hi, I have a big butt and hips, do you think its worth it if I apply?