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Common CV Pitfall
Being too vague.
Words such as reliable, ambitious, and team player should not be in a CV as it goes without saying that Recruiters expect all candidates to be these (it's a...
June 25, 2016, 5:53 am
Tailor Your CV
If you were going for an interview at a big City law firm, it is unlikely you would turn up wearing sandals, swimming trunks and a tee shirt. Likewise, if you were going for an interview to be a Lifesaver for the RNLI, it may come across as...
June 25, 2016, 5:53 am
Cover Letter Check List
- Carry out research on the company
Ensure that you know the basics, plus more on the company you are apply to.
- Clearly detail the position being applied for
This needs to...
June 25, 2016, 5:52 am
If you were going for an interview at a big City law firm, it is unlikely you would turn up wearing sandals, swimming trunks and a tee shirt. Likewise, if you were going for an interview to be a Lifesaver for the RNLI, it may come across as slightly odd if you turned up for your interview in a pin striped suit and bowler hat. If it’s important to tailor your approach for interviews, it is equally important when it comes to your CV.
Recruiters are often time strung and under pressure. It is therefore up to you the job seeker to make sure the information in your CV immediately connects. The first thing the recruiter wants to see is that your CV is relevant to the role applied for. This is where a Professional Profile comes into its own. This acts as your introduction and enables you to clearly position yourself in line with the job you are applying for.