Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to find a new job? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, according to our recent poll, a huge three-quarters of people are planning on looking for a new job this year, so you may well be facing some competition. So, how can you really make your CV shine bright amongst the rest? One of the best ways is to showcase your skills in a way...
If you’ve found yourself in the position of being made redundant, don’t be afraid of communicating it clearly on your CV and in a job interview. When addressing your redundancy on your CV, include any relevant and appropriate background information, such as the department or organisation needing to downsize, and ensure you highlight your key achievements in the role. ...
Many job adverts can attract hundreds of applications. So, what is it that makes your CV stand out from all the rest? The answer is simple – its ability to succinctly answer three key questions. Think of your CV as your own living, breathing personal marketing pitch – a pitch that succinctly answers all those burning questions your audience (i.e. recruiters and...
There are many reasons why you may have gaps on your CV. You might have spent your time away from the workplace to look after children, you may have been studying, travelling, caring for a relative or looking for a job. Career gaps can also be caused, of course, by redundancy. Most people have some sort of gap in their career history, and, as our CEO Alistair Cox explained...
Writing a cover letter to accompany your job application can really help you to stand out in the mind of a hiring manager or recruiter. Taking the time and effort to write one positions you as a proactive candidate who is genuinely interested in the role you’ve applied for. Before we begin – let’s go back to basics; what is a cover letter? This is a document that candidates...
Most jobseekers understand the importance of showcasing quantifiable evidence of their skills and competencies on their CV. Stating the percentage increase in new sales, clients or website visitors that you were personally responsible for, for example, serves to demonstrate to a potential new employer your expertise and the value you could bring to their organisation. Such...
I recently ran a LinkedIn Live event to share my top tips on successfully creating or updating your CV or resume. We received many great questions from our followers during the event, so I wanted to share a blog with answers to some of the most commonly asked questions. You can watch the event back in full here. 1. What’s the difference between my CV and...
Pride Day, celebrated on different dates internationally, is the annual occasion to show support to the LGBTQ+ community through large parades and celebrations. If the circumstances were different, the streets would already be full of rainbow flags and marches in favour of gender and sexual diversity. Although the pandemic is not as bad as it was in 2020, this year the healthcare...
If you, as the Executive (boss, manager, CEO, C-Suite director), want your Assistant (EA, PA) to help you reach your full potential and do the most effective job you can, then there is immense value in building a powerful partnership. A proactive Assistant will do all the traditional tasks plus much more as they are a treasure trove of untapped potential. I have received...
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, technology has been key to pivoting businesses and enabling them to thrive. So today, as the Official Recruitment Partner of Manchester City Football Club, we’re joined by Greg Swimer, Chief Technology Officer at City Football Group. Greg is here to share his expert insights on how the role of a CTO has evolved because of the pandemic...
