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If you have been tirelessly applying for jobs and haven’t had much success, you may find yourself needing to update some of your resume content. One of the first things an employer will look at is your personal statement so spending time refreshing this could help improve your job chances.

Resume Advice and Tips


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If you are writing a resume and finding it a tad boring to read, check out the tips below on how you can make your resume more creative.

Resume Advice and Tips


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The majority of employers use online resources to look for candidates and advertise opportunities. So to ensure you maximise your chances of finding a job you should create an online portfolio to attract employers.

 

Resume Writing


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Video resumes are becoming increasingly popular. In addition to writing a resume you can now present your work experience to a camera for up to two minutes and send it directly to an employer. So what are the dos and don’ts of a video resume?

Interview Tips


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When you are writing a resume it’s easy to fall into the trap of writing cliché content. Check out our tips below to help you avoid this and to help you write original, innovative content.

 

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Writing a resume is the first step in the job hunting process but you then need to market and promote it to prospective employers. We’ve listed three ways you can promote your resume and increase your chances of finding a job.

   

Resume Tips


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When you are writing a resume you need to include all of your relevant work experience. So what order do you detail these in and what do you include? We’ve listed some ideas below.

 

Interview Tips


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Writing a resume is a crucial step in the job hunting process. But if you are looking to land a particular job, you need to ensure you target your resume and that you tailor it to the vacancy.

CV Advice


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Resume writing is tough especially when it comes to resume length. You need to include all of your relevant achievements and key skills without writing too much content. So how much content should be on your resume? Resume Advice and Tips


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The rise of the internet, although great for job searches, has paved the way for online scammers. Scams can come in a number of forms online but usually they involve a scammer emailing you and asking for personal details. Scams have now hit some recruitment outlets so we’ve listed below some tips on how to avoid them.

Resume Tips


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