Articles

• A User-Friendly CV
  18th July, 2007
  
  How to make sure that you get your message across when presenting your CV.   Create a CV in a format which will be user-friendly and have maximum impact.   Remember that your CV will not be read right through but only skimmed on the first pass.  
• How Important Is Your CV?
  3rd July, 2007
  
  How could it ever be possible to get a good job by using a bad CV? 
   
  The importance of a good CV is infinite and if you don’t feel confident about writing it yourself then use a good professional CV Writing service, or invest in a first class CV template to give you the guidance you need.
• CV Writing for the Modern Jobs Market
  5th June, 2007
  
  It is important to remember that a CV is essentially a marketing document for use in a very competitive field.   It needs to be written in a format which will be pleasing to the eye and impart information in a very clear and concise way.   
   
  It is a sad fact that the prospective employer is not actually interested in helping you to progress in your career and they don't need to know about your ambitions and plans for the future.  They are only interested in their organisation and what you can bring to it.  This means that although it is a very common mistake to include a section entitled 'Objectives' or include glowing descriptions of yourself that can't be proved, it is usually a big mistake.   
• Using the Internet for your Jobs Search
  19th May, 2007
  
  Nowadays, the internet is a very popular tool in searching for jobs.   The main reason for this is that it is quick, easy and very accessible.   It is also interactive, so that you can register your CV with a site who will then forward it to employers on their books.  
   
  This article lists the main advantages of using the internet for your jobs search but also gives some warnings about the dangers.
• The Secrets of a Successful CV
  30th November, 1999
  
  Many people believe that it is a good thing to ‘big up’ their skills and achievements to impress a prospective employer, but this is usually a big mistake.  An honest CV which shows your career progression will have much more chance of success.  You may have to live for a very long time with the claims you have made in your CV so don't be caught out in a lie!