CV Writing Tips

Level up your CV: Combating ageism in today’s job market

Level up your CV: Combating ageism in today's job market Ageism, the unfair treatment of individuals based on their age, can be a significant barrier in the job search and workplace. While certain practices are legally prohibited, unconscious bias can still creep in, affecting individuals of all ages. The fight against ageism in the workplace [...]

By |2024-02-28T15:22:18+00:00February 28th, 2024|ATS, CV Formats, CV Writing Tips, Job Hunting, Resume Writing|Comments Off on Level up your CV: Combating ageism in today’s job market

Using Colour on your CV

Guide to Using Colour on CVs and Career Documents Hiring managers don’t see candidates in terms of black and white. Not anymore, anyway. To make your CV stand out to human readers and highlight achievements, it is important to incorporate colour into the design. When using colour on career documents, it is essential to consider [...]

By |2023-09-01T00:20:09+00:00September 1st, 2023|CV Formats, CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Using Colour on your CV

STAR Method for CV Writing

The STAR method is a CV writing technique that can help you highlight your skills and experience in a clear, concise, and persuasive way. STAR stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result. SITUATION: Talk about the situation or challenge you came across. It could be a particular project, a solved issue, or an accomplished goal. [...]

By |2023-08-21T20:04:37+00:00August 21st, 2023|CV Writing Tips, Resume Writing|Comments Off on STAR Method for CV Writing

Tips for entry-level investment and banking jobs

Tips for entry-level investment and banking jobs: Get a good education. A strong foundation in finance is essential for any investment banker. A bachelor's degree in finance or a related field is a good starting point. You can also consider getting a master's degree in finance or a related field. Get an internship. Internships are a great [...]

By |2023-07-31T23:17:41+00:00July 31st, 2023|CV Writing Tips, Job Hunting|Comments Off on Tips for entry-level investment and banking jobs

Using AI to write a CV

To improve your job search, use AI-powered tools like Wordtune to rephrase job descriptions and ChatGPT to generate relevant achievements. Use the STAR method to structure your statements and tools like Resume.io to create a professional CV. For industry-specific language, try Textio. Use Grammarly or ProWritingAid to proofread and Jobscan to optimise for ATS scanners. [...]

By |2023-07-31T23:19:30+00:00July 12th, 2023|CV Writing Tips, Resume Writing|Comments Off on Using AI to write a CV

Download your LinkedIn data before the update

Jobseekers: Do This Before LinkedIn’s Next Update In September 2016, LinkedIn announced a redesign of its desktop (non-app) user interface. The announcement noted, “This is the largest redesign since LinkedIn’s inception.” The design update is expected to bring the desktop experience closer to what users of the LinkedIn mobile app are used to seeing. The [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:42+00:00December 5th, 2016|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Download your LinkedIn data before the update

CV REWRITE TIPS

FORMATTING All CV information should be in the main body of the Word document because of the way applicant tracking systems (ATS) process documents during the selection phase of recruitment. The software may not parse the information correctly if the text is placed within tables, frames, the header, or the footer. KEYWORDS Study relevant job advertisements [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:42+00:00September 20th, 2016|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on CV REWRITE TIPS

Make a Great First Impression: 4 Elements of Professional Presentation

A good first impression is imperative when you interview for a job. You should have a controlled appearance and positive demeanor that will impress your potential employer and won’t detract from the presentation of your qualifications. Make sure you are well equipped for scrutiny in the interview and post-interview process — both in-person and online. [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:42+00:00January 13th, 2016|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Make a Great First Impression: 4 Elements of Professional Presentation

Women Leading Women: The Impact of Female Mentors

Former first lady and renowned activist Eleanor Roosevelt once said: "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." These timeless words of wisdom still ring true today, but perhaps for some young women, they are not heard clearly enough. Though women's suffrage and the fight for equality have brought forth wondrous progress, in this [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:42+00:00September 28th, 2015|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Women Leading Women: The Impact of Female Mentors

Hit the Ground Running When Your Parenting Leave Expires

There is no perfect time to go back to work after you’ve taken maternity or paternity leave. Your employer may decide it’s time to return, or your pocketbook might dictate that you get back to the office. Whether you have a job waiting for you or you plan to look for a new one, we [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:43+00:00August 27th, 2015|Career Development, CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Hit the Ground Running When Your Parenting Leave Expires

3 Tips for Using Your Mobile Device to Apply for a Job

For decades, the only way to apply for a job was in person. After perusing the classified ads or spotting a “Help Wanted” sign, you had to visit the company office, speak with a manager and fill out a paper application. Times sure have changed. Now, thanks to a variety of job-related websites and our [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:43+00:00July 8th, 2015|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on 3 Tips for Using Your Mobile Device to Apply for a Job

Transform a Responsibility into an Achievement

Although not every duty/responsibility can be transformed into an achievement, it can be helpful to ask yourself the following questions: How can I elaborate on how well I performed this duty/responsibility by adding action verbs, adverbs, adjectives, or statistics? In what ways did I do this more efficiently, quicker, or better in other ways than anyone [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:43+00:00July 1st, 2015|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Transform a Responsibility into an Achievement

Make Your CV or Resume Stand Out – Highlight Your Side Projects

Back in the olden days—you know, maybe 1995 or so—peoples’ CVs and resumes were pretty much boring pieces of paper filled with work experience, education and references. These days, the classic resume may not be enough. Many potential employers don’t even take the time to call those stellar references or do a background check on [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:44+00:00June 21st, 2015|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Make Your CV or Resume Stand Out – Highlight Your Side Projects

Why you need an up-to-date CV

The most obvious reason you might need a CV is when you are looking for a job. However, there are many other reasons you might want to put together a CV now, even if you are not seeking new employment just now. Your work situation can change in a heartbeat. For instance, the company could [...]

By |2017-01-28T15:04:45+00:00May 12th, 2015|CV Writing Tips|Comments Off on Why you need an up-to-date CV
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