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What makes a good CV design and layout?

Employers spend around 20 to 30 seconds scanning your CV so it needs to remain clutter-free and easy to read.

What is the worst CV mistake EVER?

There are plenty of common CV mistakes that recruiters see on a regular basis. One of these however is what makes them sigh and move on to the next in the pile.

Revamp your CV for the new year

These four steps will help you cast a careful eye and get ready to start applying in the new year.

Awesome Words to Use on Your CV

If you're struggling to find the right way to phrase your CV, here are some awesome words you can use to make yours stand out from the crowd.

Top 5 CV Tips

These tips show you the key things you need to consider to make sure your CV shows you in the best light.

How can I tailor my CV to an audience?

Tailoring your CV to suit the requirements of each particular job can greatly increase your chances of securing an interview.

How can I make my CV more effective?

You've got the basic elements of your skills and experience down, now you need to to ensure your CV has got the X-Factor.

How do I include my gap year on my CV?

A gap year should be fun, but you also need to think about how your gap year could enhance your career prospects once you start looking for work.

How to Create the Perfect CV - eBook

A CV is your personal advert and this eBook will help you put together the perfect document so you can impress all prospective employers.

How Good is my CV?

Your CV is a sales brochure about yourself. Get some feedback about how good yours is by trying a brief quiz...

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