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by John Lees Feb 06, 2009

Until your interview, you are only as good as your paperwork and perhaps telephone manner. This makes your CV and covering letter crucial. They are essential tools in most job searches. Like any marketing document, a CV should help you sell yourself. Preparation: Think about your skills, competencies, qualifications and experience. What are your unique selling points and...read more or comment here

The Electronic CV – Fact or Fiction

by Harriet Marsh Feb 06, 2009

It’s 2009 and anything is possible and therefore every CV must be “electronic” well actually no BUT they are growing in popularity and they can be a great way to “stand out” from the crowed. We have include an article from the Guardian on the topic plus some links to current electronic CV already on sites like You Tube. In today's multimedia...read more or comment here

The Application Form

by John Lees Feb 06, 2009

Careers expert John Lees FREC has some tips for you about filling in application forms. Read the form and its instructions carefully. Sometimes it's useful to photocopy the blank form so you can fill it out in rough first. Read the Job Description thoroughly. Try to work out what problem the job is there to solve. Try to work out the top 5 competences required by...read more or comment here

Top 10 Things You Need to Know about E-CVs and Posting Your CV Online

by Margaret Stead Feb 06, 2009

The ECVÒ or e-resume, short for electronic CV or Resume, is a vital tool for today's job-searcher. But what exactly is an electronic cv, ECV or resume? read more

What Not to Include in Your CV

by John Lees Feb 06, 2009

Careers expert John Lees FREC reveals the secrets of making your CV stand out from the crowd. Don't provide huge amounts of detail about jobs you did more than 10 years ago. Don't put anything down under "interests" unless (a) it has some relevance to the job or (b) you can talk inspiringly for hours on the subject. Don't put yourself down, try...read more or comment here

The Cover Letter

by John Lees Feb 06, 2009

Careers expert John Lees FREC tells you the insider secrets about writing letters that get you interviewed: The only function of this letter is to get your CV read, and to get you a meeting. Think of your letter like the first page of your CV, as a one page advertisement for you. Make your letter brief, enthusiastic, and interesting. Ensure that everything in the...read more or comment here

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