Our archive of CV tips, advice and employment articles.
We have already mentioned that gaining good work experience is an effective way of boosting your CV. But volunteering outside of working hours and taking part in extra-curricular activities is also a great way of adding depth to your CV. By volunteering outside of working…
25 Aug In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
There are a variety of ways to improve your CV and maximise your credibility. One crucial aspect is clarity and adding correct information – surprisingly many people make critical mistakes including spelling and grammatical errors. Here are some top tips on how to perfect your…
11 Aug In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
There are so many different stages of job interview to prepare for that it can be a little daunting. If you reach the group interview stage of any position you apply for it is because you are very close to being considered for the role. Many employers will conduct telephone interviews initially followed by one to one meetings and, finally, group interviews. The group interview is a chance for senior members of the company to collaborate on your application and ask you a variety of questions.
04 Aug In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
We have mentioned before that doing work experience or an internship is a fantastic way of boosting your knowledge and CV. There are various internships available, depending on what industry and job role you want to go in to. It’s crucial that you choose the…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job
When looking for a new position and attending job interviews, you should think about what an employer will want from a potential new employee. Obviously this can differ depending on the industry but generally speaking most employers will want similar attributes in a new hire….
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
When you begin your initial job hunt it can be overwhelming, quite simply because there are so many places to look! National newspapers, local newspapers, job boards, job websites, online recruitment firms…the list goes on. Some online resources can be difficult to navigate too because…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job
After you have prepared a professional CV and written an accompanying cover letter, you are ready to start the job application process. Once you have successfully sent your job application through to a prospective employer you could be called to an interview. In many cases…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Job Interviews
When writing your professional CV you will of course need to add a few references. Whether you use a CV template and add the referee names before a job interview or submit them after, it’s important that you secure a referee before you start your…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, CV Advice and Tips
You have a few different options to explore when you are job searching. You can search for relevant positions via the internet or local adverts and apply for jobs directly, or you can send your professional CV to an employment or recruitment agency who can…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job
Writing a professional CV and writing a cover letter is vital in any job search. Both can speak volumes about your experience and personality but networking events are an even more effective way of displaying your qualities. Attending networking events and meeting people face to…
22 Jul In Advice Articles, Looking for a Job