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How to structure a CV

Impress recruiters and secure job interviews with a clear and effective CV structure...

What should a good CV look like?

Your CV should look polished, professional, well-organised and easy to read, if you want to attract...

24 CV writing tips

Attract more employers and land plenty of interviews...

What to include in a CV

6 essential things your CV needs to win interviews...

Is a resume the same as a CV?

Find out the important differences between a CV and a resume, and make sure you're using the right...

CV references

Should you add references to your CV? And if so, how should you add them? This guide covers...

How long should a CV be?

Your CV should generally be 1-2 pages long, offering enough detail to showcase your skills and...

Please find attached my CV… 50 better ways to say it

"Please find attached my CV" might start to sound a bit generic and maybe even outdated - try one of...

Best fonts for your CV

How to choose the best font for your CV and create a CV that looks great and attracts the best...

CV personal statement examples

23 eye-catching personal statement examples + writing guide to ensure you get noticed by employers...

CV profile examples

25 CV profile examples that will get you noticed by employers + copy-and-paste templates and guidance...

Why is my CV being rejected?

If your CV keeps getting rejected, this can quickly become disheartening. But if you know why it’s...

Perfect CV

How to craft the perfect CV. With examples...

How to add achievements to your CV

And 46 achievement examples that will wow employers...

37 key words for your CV

When you’re trying to land a job, the key words on your CV can make a huge difference. The right key...

Should you put a photo on your CV?

If you are applying for a job in the UK, USA or Europe you should not usually include a photograph...

What additional information to add to your CV + examples

Having trouble making your CV grab the attention of prospective employers? Wondering how to give...

CV skills section examples & guide

Your CV skills section is the perfect way to showcase your in-demand skills and ensure they get...

129 power words for your CV

If you want to land interviews and move closer to landing your dream job, your CV needs to excite...

How to write a CV

Learn how to create an interview-winning CV and get hired...

12 extracurricular activities to boost your CV

If you don’t have a lot of work experience, you can still create a compelling CV by adding your...

39 CV mistakes that kill your applications

Fix them now and get more job interviews...

How to write a CV profile

The profile is a crucial element of any CV. Being at the very top of your CV, it is the first...

What to write in an email when sending a CV

When sending your CV to employers or recruiters via email, it’s important to write an effective...

What personal details to put in your cv

Fed up with staring at your blank CV, wondering what personal details to put in? We get it – it’s...

CV headline (99 examples + guidance)

Write a CV headline that will grab recruiters’ attention...

How to write your degree on your CV

You’ve quite literally dedicated years of your life to your university degree, so you understandably...

Create a high impact CV in 4 simple steps

If you want to land the very best job you can get, then you need to write a high impact CV. You need...

What is the purpose of a CV?

The purpose of a CV is to show employers that you are suitable for the jobs you are applying for and...

How to layout a CV

Winning CV layouts that will get you noticed...

How to write an unfinished degree on your CV

Should you list an unfinished degree on your CV? Well, it really depends on your situation. In some...

How to list GCSEs on your CV + examples

Getting your GCSEs right on your CV is important. Hiring managers really like these qualifications...

How to put your LinkedIn profile on your CV

Adding your LinkedIn profile to your CV is a great way to provide recruiters with more information...

Should your CV be in past or present tense?

When sitting down to write your CV, you’ve probably wondered, “Should my CV be written in the past...

How to use bullet points in your CV + how many

When writing about your jobs in your CV, it can be tricky to know how many bullet points you should...

How to include travelling on your CV

Step-by-step guide + 5 examples...

The best CV icons on the web

Thousands of icons to smarten up your CV...

50 Buzzwords for your CV

Buzzwords are popular keywords that recruiters and employers like to see on your CV. These often...

50 Adjectives for your CV

Using adjectives (descriptive words) in your CV can be a great way to highlight your skills and...

57 Strengths for your CV

Wondering how to add your key strengths to your CV? Whether you’re a sales whizz or great at...

How to write your CV education section + examples

Your education section of your CV is crucial part of the document. But it can be tough to know to...

Can you lie on your CV?

When you’re writing your CV, the temptation can be to embellish the truth a little and possibly even...

How to write your work experience in a CV

Your work experience, or career history is one of the most important parts of your CV. It gives you...

How to describe yourself in your CV

When you submit your CV to a potential employer, you want it to speak volumes about your skills...

How to explain gaps in your CV

Gaps in your CV can cause you lots of stress. You know that employers generally don’t like them, but...

The best CV formats for 2024

How to format your CV for success in the modern job market...

Should you add hobbies to your CV?

With 27 impressive hobby examples to boost your CV...

How to make your CV stand out

If you want to land job interviews then it’s crucial that your CV stands out from the crowd and...