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Should you craft a punchy CV or a wow profile on LinkedIn instead?
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Belinda Coaten, author and career coach, explores the pros and cons of the 'traditional' CV and the 'modern' LinkedIn profile.
Posted by Belinda Coaten on 05/03/2013
Writing effective CVs and cover letters
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With many organisations having to go through several rounds of ‘long lists’ just to get the number of potential candidates down to a respectable shortlist, the CV and covering letter have become even more important.
Posted by Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University on 05/03/2013
How to structure a CV
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Nothing is more daunting and confusing than writing a CV; speak to several experts and each will have a different opinion on how this should be done so here are some top tips.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/03/2013
Is your cover letter a winner?
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Competition in the job market can be fierce, so getting your CV read is the most important step in the process of finding a new job. Your cover letter can help you stand out from the crowd.
Posted by HRM Global on 18/12/2012
Write a stellar personal profile on your CV
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CV writing is a chore for many, and often candidates simply add to previous templates that served them well in the past. If you're looking for a new role, you need to approach your CV in a fresh way. One area in particular is the traditional first section ‘personal profile’.
Posted by The Career Gym on 11/12/2012
Optimising your CV
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You probably feel that you do not need any help in revising or writing your CV. However, many people we talk to find it easy to improve their CV to increase their chance of being called for interview.
Posted by Strategic Dimensions on 21/11/2012
CV clangers and how to avoid them
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In these tough conditions it’s a great time to take a light-hearted look at some application clangers to help us all recognize what candidates should avoid when applying for new jobs.
Posted by Aspen In-house on 21/11/2012
There is no ‘model CV’ - think of it as your advert
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People have often asked me to show them a CV which they can adapt to their purposes. While examples can help, CVs should be created around the very different individuals they are to advertise.
Posted by Changeboard on 21/11/2012
Job seeking essentials: How do you measure up?
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Often in the enthusiasm of getting to the job market, job seekers forget to consider the top two essentials needed to be successful. Paul Deeprose offers his top tips.
Posted by The Career Gym on 16/11/2012
10 top tips for writing a CV
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Here are some punchy CV/resume tips.
Posted by Starbuck James on 30/10/2012
Give your career a workout. Business partner CV essentials
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We all understand the business partnering principles and many people actively pursue successful partnering relationships with their line stakeholders. When it comes to writing your CV, how can you showcase your abilities to ensure you stand out in the crowd?
Posted by The Career Gym on 28/10/2012
How can I make my CV stand out from the crowd?
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Top tips on how to make sure your CV stands out from the crowd.
Posted by Hays on 22/10/2012
Top tips to shape up your CV
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Barney Ely provides 5 top tips to put your CV onto a winner.
Posted by Hays on 10/10/2012
How to write an attention grabbing CV
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Writing a CV can be one of the most arduous tasks when looking for a new career. Sometimes more so than the interview process as your CV is the first impression a potential employer will have of you and without meeting you personally, is the only opportunity to secure you an interview.
Posted by Cavendish Maine on 10/10/2012
Why you should beware of video CVs
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Video CVs are all the rage when it comes to job seeking – but does creating one make you less likely to be hired? HRzone explains the pitfalls of video CVs and why you should be conservative when applying for roles.
Posted by HRzone on 19/09/2012
Make a splash with your interests
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So you’ve come to the ‘Interests’ section of your CV and realise you don’t have a life? Yes you do. But just be careful about how much of that life you share with your future employer…
Posted by Changeboard on 19/09/2012
Does your CV talk numbers?
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Does your CV demonstrate your commercial edge? Jonathan Wiles of Michael Page Human Resources explains why your CV should prove your commerciality to prospective employers.
Posted by Michael Page on 29/08/2012
Common CV errors and how to avoid them
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Your CV is the first thing a potential employer will see, so getting it right is crucial. Here Martyn Wright, director of HR recruitment at Robert Walters, looks at six common CV errors.
Posted by Robert Walters on 29/08/2012
CV perfection for HR professionals. Not your average CV guide…
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There is a real lack of specific information on how to write a successful CV for a particular profession, especially within the sphere of HR.
Posted by Morgan McKinley on 29/08/2012
How important is your CV's 'interests' section?
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How do you write a stellar 'interests' section on your CV? Belinda Coaten shares her top tips.
Posted by Belinda Coaten on 05/08/2012
How consistent is your CV?
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Career coach Steve Nicholls explains how to use your CV to promote your personal brand.
Posted by Steve Nicholls Career Coaching on 05/08/2012
The art of writing a CV - painting a picture of yourself
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The art of writing a CV – and it is an art - is all about painting a picture of yourself (to extend the metaphor). But where do you start?
Posted by Astralis on 05/08/2012
Getting that CV noticed
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At the end of the day, if you want to secure a new role, you have to get in front someone, present your case and impress them more than anyone else they see.
Posted by Artis HR on 13/07/2012
How to fine tune your CV
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Producing a good CV - it’s an endlessly discussed issue, and one that is so much at the heart of finding a job. Why then, do so many of us get it wrong?
Posted by Courtenay HR on 20/06/2012
How to get your CV in order
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Vicky Salt, manager of HR recruitment at Robert Walters, gives some tips on how to put together an attention-grabbing résumé.
Posted by Robert Walters on 10/02/2012
Video - how to write a great CV
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Ashley Kate HR share their views on how to write an attention grabbing CV.
Posted by Ashley Kate HR on 07/11/2011
Create the perfect CV
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As the first thing a potential employer sees, your CV will be used to make an immediate judgment about you. If it’s not up to scratch, you can kiss your chances of an interview goodbye.
Posted by Changeboard on 22/06/2011
CV tips and advice
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Advice on how to prepare your CV.
Posted by careerplayer on 05/10/2009
How to write a good CV and covering letter
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There is no single way to construct a CV; it is your document and can be structured and presented as you wish within a basic framework. A great covering letter can differentiate your CV from the countless others that pass across an employer's desk. How to make yours stand out.
Posted by Michael Page on 05/10/2009
How to write a top graduate CV
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Do you have CV fear? Facing a blank word document and feeling inadequate? Then read on and start writing. It’s time to show the world just how great you are.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/10/2009