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Having a career objective on your resume is vital. Not only does it give you direction when you are writing a resume and applying for jobs, but it gives an employer an insight into you as a candidate and your career expectations.

 

Writing a Career Objective


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Becoming a News Journalist can be difficult because there is a huge amount of competition and limited jobs.

Emily Roberts, a Chief Reporter, shares her experience as a Journalist and tells Resume Surgeon what she thinks makes the ideal candidate.

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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


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There will be times throughout your career that you will find yourself wanting to negotiate a salary increase.

This could be because you have been in the role for some time and believe you deserve a salary increase or it could be because you are approaching an annual appraisal and need to prepare. Either way, there are a number of reasons why you should approach salary negotiations throughout your career.

Interview Tips


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When compiling your resume there are some key things you should avoid. Avoiding simple mistakes on your resume template will automatically increase your chances of employment.
Remember – most employers will simply scan a resume. They don’t have time to pick out details and spot information that is hidden. Similarly, they don’t have time for mistakes. Here are some common mistakes you should try to avoid when writing a resume:
Resume Advice and Tips


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