CV Advice
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Your CV
- Listen to or download our audio advice on how to make sure your CV gets noticed and the common mistakes to avoid.
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Free CV Review
- Think your CV could do with a refresh to help your job search? This is your chance to get it checked by experts for free!
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Download our free eBook!
- We've collated all the the key advice you need to help you create the perfect CV in this handy eBook. Read it whenever, wherever and however you want...
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CVs: The basics
- Not sure where to start when putting together your CV? Here we take a look at the main sections you need to focus on.
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CVs: An advanced guide
- How to effectively and concisely showcase your main talents and achievements to help your career move forward.
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Classic CV mistakes
- We all make mistakes, but your CV is one place where it’s vital that you don’t. Here are some key things to avoid.
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Keeping your CV up-to-date
- Whether you’re looking for work or completely happy in your job, you still need to make sure your CV is up-to-date.
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CV tips for career changers
- Your career change will be made much simpler if you follow these essential CV tips to make you attractive to every employer.
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How to write a cover letter
- Word your cover letter wisely and your chanced of securing your dream job could be greatly enhanced.
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Guide to application forms
- How should you tackle the more detailed questions that are regularly asked in online and written application forms?
More advice on CVs & applications
- Understanding your USPs
- Personal details for CVs
- Your personal statement
- Employment history
- Education on a CV
- Explaining the gaps in your CV
- Skills on a CV
- Including hobbies and interests
- Deciding your references
- Design and layout of your CV
CV Templates
- Formatting your Monster CV
- Creating and designing a CV for the web is very different than preparing one to print out and send off to potential employers.
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Job Based CV Templates
- Useful for when you have already had a few jobs.
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Skill Based CV Templates
- Used when your education offers your best selling point.
- Combo CV Templates