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Learning a trade can be a very profitable career move and can be great for your resume. But it can be difficult to break into this industry too.

Resume Surgeon talks to Michael Clark, Co-Director of KWC Heating and Plumbing, to find out some tips on how to become a Plumber.


• Friday, December 23rd, 2011

A recent article on Yahoo has highlighted unemployment figures across the US.



Freelance work can be great for your resume template. It can enhance your experience, improve your career history and open up new contacts.

Freelance Work



• Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

Walmart is focusing on internet employees to help its online growth.



Companies today rely on and promote good customer service. Customer retention is vital, especially in today’s economical climate. So, one of the key attributes an employer will be looking for is customer service experience. It’s crucial you highlight this on your resume.   

Interview Tips




In order to successfully prepare for a job interview you need to think about what questions an interviewer might ask.

Interview Questions



• Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

During the festive period people gather to exchange gifts and thoughtful presents but apparently that could change this year.



In a job interview you will be asked (nine times out of ten) what your biggest weakness is. Whilst you need to think about addressing this during a job interview, you also need to think about it when you are writing a resume.

Resume Writing




When preparing for any job application you will need a well written cover letter. Writing a cover letter enables you to target your application, express your skills and highlight why you want to work for a particular organisation. But before writing a cover letter you should identify the different types to ensure you are sending the most appropriate one.

Cover Letter Writing




If you have made it to a job interview there are so many things to think about. What to wear during your interview, how many copies of your resume you should take…the list is endless. Another subject you need to think about is facial expressions and having the right attitude.

Job Interview Facial Expressions



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