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Five Top Trends for Executive Resumes

Five Top Trends for Executive Resumes

A great interview-generating executive resume is all about differentiating yourself from others competing for the same jobs. With constantly changing trends in strategic resume writing, new ways to accomplish this… Read more »

Guide to Job Interview Preparation

Guide to Job Interview Preparation

The biggest mistake in interviewing is not being fully prepared. It behooves job-seekers to use every conceivable means possible to prepare for the interview and to allow ample time to… Read more »

How to Apply Yourself: Tips on Writing CVs and Application Forms – and preparing for interview

How to Apply Yourself: Tips on Writing CVs and Application Forms – and preparing for interview

   The perfect CV                     Many employers still use the CV as a form of initial screening for advertised jobs. They are also a useful tool when making a speculative application…. Read more »

Your Guide to Resume Writing

Your Guide to Resume Writing

This guide on resume writing covers the following topics 1. What is a resume? 2. How to prepare an effective resume? 3. Resume Checkup 4. Sample Resume 5. Using your… Read more »

How to Write a Cover Letter

How to Write a Cover Letter

“A cover letter allows you to personalize your resume when it is mailed to prospective employers in response to advertisements or to inquire about possible interviews.” The letter’s main purpose… Read more »

Choose the best CV format

Choose the best CV format

There are two common types of resume: 1.Chronological – (jobs listed by time period) 2.Skills-based – (jobs listed by type of work.) Following is an overview of information to include… Read more »

CV Writing Do’s and Don’t's

CV Writing Do’s and Don’t's

CV Do’s:   Be explicit when stating facts, employer should have no questions. Use bullet points to make your CV more concise and easier to scan. Include ALL of your… Read more »

How to write a winning CV

How to write a winning CV

Is your CV a “yes”, “no”, or a “maybe”?The manager recruiting for the position you’ve applied for will be faced with an enormous pile of CVs, which they will put… Read more »