In the big scheme of things, it isn't very much perhaps, but it isn't even lunchtime yet and I have already done two things which have enriched my soul and made me much more productive than usual. From 8-9am, I have an (almost) weekly language exchange (Spanish/English) and a couple of coffees with a friend.... Continue Reading →
No. At first, I wanted to leave it at that, but thought that it would be a very short post and so I'd better explain myself as perhaps it's obvious that I would say that as I'm a CV writer myself. I drive an automatic car. A Fiat 500. And I love it. And I... Continue Reading →
As a CV writer, I have seen hundreds of CVs and when talking about how to write the best CVs, a lot of focus is justifiably put on content, but in this post, I want to discuss formatting. Some CVs look good, while others look terrible. Many templates are visually appealing, while others are essentially... Continue Reading →
We use AI to write many things and it can be an invaluable resource. However, sometimes it can work against you. For example, it's tempting to throw your CV into AI, copy and paste the result, and hit apply. But here's the thing: AI-generated CVs are starting to look like the fast food of job... Continue Reading →
Easy. They're both trying to catch you out. They're not a good thing. Next question! No. No. And no, again. Before I became a CV writer, one of the jobs on my own CV a few years ago was promoting the use of what are commonly known as speed cameras across London. Technically, they are... Continue Reading →
If you are start looking into how to write an effective CV these days, one of the primary tips is to highlight your achievements, including quantifiable metrics. “But how do I do that if my job doesn’t have measurable KPIs?” you may ask. And that would be a good question. So, if you’ve ever stared... Continue Reading →
A while ago, I got an eight-page CV from a client who wanted some help 'trimming her CV down'. It included everything that she had ever done and the longest that I had been given by a client. Like many CVs, she had started it several years ago and just kept adding to it, which... Continue Reading →
I’m going on holiday later this week and I’m really looking forward to it. Whether you’re a doctor, baker, HR manager, coach or even a lowly CV writer, downtime is vital to not only relax and not think about work and deadlines, but also to just be. ‘Just be what?’ you may ask. Whatever works... Continue Reading →
If you want a new CV or an update on your current one, what choices do you have? Put it through AI and get a generic CV. Send it to a different CV writing company or CV writer and potentially get another 'standard' CV. Get in touch with me for a CV that helps you... Continue Reading →
That is the question. Or rather it seems to be one of the most common questions I get as a CV writer these days. William Shakespeare may never have needed to worry about his CV, but a very common question I get from clients is about the correct length of a CV. For example: “I... Continue Reading →
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