I am currently looking for a new job and have a cv, I apply to lots of organisations but never seem to get asked for an interview. I wondered if I had a professional cv and covering letter I would have a better chance of getting the job I want.
2006-10-14 23:18:46 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance
I am currently working in a finance department
2006-10-14 23:40:52 · update #1
Hi Miranda.
When I am looking to recruit, the thing I look for is a punchy CV, not one that gives your life history step by step!
Keep to the facts in your CV. List achievements, expectations, responsibilities and ambition, ambition is always good because it tells your prospective employer that you want to grow.
List your qualifications generally. ie; 6 GCSE grades A-C including English and Maths, there is no need for me to know that you have needle-craft or cookery grade F!
Imagine yourself as a stranger reading it and trying to keep yourself interested, if it bores YOU chances are it will bore me! And last but not least, keep it to 2 pages. Think about the amount of applications that can be received for one position..........20, 30 maybe. If they are more than 2 pages, I generally don't read them unless there is something on the first page that really grabs me.
I hope this is of some use to you hunny and the very very best of luck with your job-hunting..........which industry do you want to work in by the way?
2006-10-14 23:38:32 · answer #1 · answered by jennijan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The primary difference between resume and curriculum vitae is the way facts were presented. Resume: is the brief summary of the individual work history, education, skills and accomplishment to the job being applied. CV on the other hand bear all the information of an individual, every detail of education, employment, achievements and skills are listed with the addition of the organisation or affiliations, licenses and commendation. All work experiences must be properly listed. All trainings and seminars attended, thus, curriculum vite are actually longer the resume.
2016-03-28 09:57:39 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am in full time employment and have always done my own CV, but i went to learning festival and spoke to a careers lady.
the result i went to my local office (careers) and took my old CV with me, we worked together and now have an up to date CV that looks good. best off all it didn't cost me a penny.
i live in Wales, but there should be a similar service where you live. you can also ask for help with letter writing and interview technique.
2006-10-14 23:41:19 · answer #3 · answered by DARLENE C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Might I suggest you check my website out;
http://www.gjobadvice.co.uk
Its is a good source of job advice of all sorts to help you with everything.
And just for you, I am prioritising improvements to the covering Letter section.
2006-10-15 04:11:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get a lot of assistance on line from sites like Moster.co.uk and stepstone. Aside from that, ask your friends or family foe advice.
2006-10-14 23:23:21 · answer #5 · answered by soopercooper 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think positively
and set out your cover letter as follows, mention that your C.V is enclosed. Talk about your current status. mention your references.
2006-10-15 01:07:37 · answer #6 · answered by Smillie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would suggest u to search in google.com click on images to find more cv's and covering letters.
2006-10-14 23:22:00 · answer #7 · answered by Alen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use the Word wizard to help you. I did and i got the job.
2006-10-14 23:23:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go on to reed . com there well good
2006-10-14 23:37:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.soon.org.uk/cvpage.htm
http://www.cvtips.com/
I find these websites helpful
2006-10-14 23:32:08 · answer #10 · answered by Honey!! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋