Category: CV Tips

We were all once in the position of writing our first CV or resume, and here are some basics to get you started. If you’re applying for a job, most professional positions will require you to write out a personal CV. ‘CV’ stands for ‘Curriculum Vitae’ (Latin meaning ‘story of your life’) and is a… Continue reading CV Writing for Beginners

If you’ve decided on a career in retail then, as with all careers, you should do some research into the role and company that you hope to work.  Not only will you get a better picture of what to expect, but this is a brilliant way to demonstrate to your prospective employer that you are… Continue reading Why Should I Write A CV?

It’s crazy to think how far and how competitive the job-seeking industry has come over the last few years. Applications

You’ve got your CV and you’ve been active on the job market, applying for all the jobs that match your skills and experience, but despite your

Decluttering is a 21st-century tidal wave, a self-help methodology that can be applied to improve

Time and again when I speak to people about their job search – be that young students I’m working with entering the world of work for the first time,

No matter how long you spend on your CV, the fact remains that most employers will spend on average 3-10 seconds skimming over your work history and looking for keywords.

Seriously! Does it send the right message? As a resume writer & recruiter, I see this way too often! I receive a resume, and just like all recruiters do,

The traditional CV is just not working anymore. The current job market is very competitive and employers expect you to show more enthusiasm for them