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January 2018
CV and cover letter examples
How to write the perfect CV for a care worker job
From nailing the personal statement to injecting keywords, industry experts share their advice on finding a job in the sector
August 2017
How to ace online job application forms
How to turn a career break or sabbatical into job success – live chat
December 2016
How to master online job applications
Employers increasingly expect candidates to apply for jobs online. When filling them in, it pays to be organised and prepared
August 2016
Turn Brexit uncertainty into job search success
Looking for a new job? It’s not all bad news – competition may ease after the EU vote and most industries continue to hire
July 2016
Apply for your dream job, even if you don't match the criteria
When you’re starting out, job hunting can be intimidating – but it’s worth applying even if you don’t tick every box
June 2016
Arts graduates rejoice: 'there's a lot to be said for creativity'
A humanities degree should not limit your career. Make the most of your strengths and be proud of your accomplishment, advise the experts
Graduate CV template: what to include in your first résumé
Most graduates get their first CVs wrong. From formatting to length, here’s how to write the perfect résumé for job success after university
How to make sure your gap year boosts your future career
Plan ahead, gain experience in a relevant field if you can and tailor your CV accordingly, advise our experts
March 2016
CV mistakes you might have missed but could cost you the job
Four ways to find a new role after leaving your job or redundancy
February 2016
'Results-driven thought leader' – the top CV cliches to avoid
Spring clean your CV and cover letter for job success
January 2016
New year, new job: steps to make your CV stand out
Unsatisfied at work? Here's how to land your perfect job in 2016
December 2015
The best CV writing tips of 2015
From choosing the right CV format to quantifying your achievements, here’s the best advice from the top blogs of the year
November 2015
Outnumbered? Six tips for when you're faced with an interview panel
Research your interviewers, engage the whole panel and remember that they want you to do well, say the experts
Why you don't need a CV to get your next job
More recruiters have stopped assessing candidates based on CVs – so how necessary are curricula vitae for jobseekers?
Skype, social media and video CVs – how the web changed job hunting
New tech means interviewees can face conference calls or even ‘social proofing’. Here’s how to navigate the minefield
October 2015
How to get a good reference if you locked horns with your old boss
Employer comments can make or break your job applications – here’s four ways to avoid a poor job reference
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