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How to Write a Brilliant CV: What employers want to see and how to write it (ePub eBook) 5th New edition

eBook by Earl, Joanne/Bright, Tim

How to Write a Brilliant CV: What employers want to see and how to write it (ePub eBook)

£9.74

ISBN:
9781292015408
Publication Date:
02 Feb 2015
Edition:
5th New edition
Publisher:
Pearson
Pages:
320 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
Download available
How to Write a Brilliant CV: What employers want to see and how to write it (ePub eBook)

Description

A strong CV can open doors. A weak one can close them before you have the chance to tell your story. Brilliant CV helps job seekers understand what employers are looking for and how to present their skills, experience and potential with confidence. Practical, straightforward and focused on real-world outcomes, this guide shows readers how to create CVs that stand out for the right reasons. From analysing job advertisements to tailoring applications and addressing selection criteria, it provides actionable advice that can be applied immediately. With examples, templates, exercises and real-life scenarios throughout, readers learn how to turn their experience into a compelling case for employment. Updated guidance on online recruitment and social media also helps readers navigate today's job market with greater confidence and clarity. Who it's for O Recent graduates applying for their first professional roles O Job seekers looking to improve existing CVs and applications O Career changers seeking guidance on presenting transferable skills O Professionals returning to the workforce after a career break O Anyone wanting practical, proven advice on securing interviews Whether you're building your first CV or refining an existing one, Brilliant CV provides practical tools and clear guidance to help you present your strengths with confidence and move one step closer to your next opportunity.

Contents

Contents Acknowledgements Introduction Part 1 Writing a CV from scratch 1 How to sell yourself 2 The applicant-employer fit 3 Where is the prime suspect? 4 How to read a job ad 5 Job descriptions 6 Do you fit the job? 7 What sort of person are you? 8 Making the perfect fit 9 Presenting your CV Part 2 The icing on the cake 10 Mind your language! 11 Using competency statements 12 Telling tales 13 Using career objectives 14 Job application letters Part 3 The doctor is in - your problems solved 15 Addressing selection criteria 16 CV makeovers 17 Tricky CV issues Part 4 Resource bank - useful ingredients and tips 18 Finding out, finding others and being found: Job searching for a new decade 19 Internet sites and other resources

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