For a long time now, the CV has been at the centre of any job application, recruiters charged with scrutinising them, and potential employees ensuring that their chances for employment are well represented in their personal documents. However, is the CV on its way out as technology takes over and … [Read more...]
How To Solve The Biggest Problems With CV
Your CV is one of the most important documents that you will ever draft and one that will be the first point of contact with your next employer. Your CV must present you at your best. It is a showcase of your knowledge, skills and experience. Many of the CVs that are presented in response to … [Read more...]
Assessment 4 Potential New Website
We are delighted to announce the launch of the new Assessment 4 Potential website. What's new on Assessment 4 Potential? There is new branding with specific programmes Focus |Plan your career, exploration, assessment and coaching Develop | Create your personal brand and marketing … [Read more...]
Your personal USP for your next job
Job searching is a job in itself and once you have the strategy, then you can make a start on your CV and applications. First and foremost is working out your USP. Your unique selling point. From the moment you decide to look for another job you need to be responsible for marketing. You will be … [Read more...]
The only three tips you need to get your CV in the “yes” pile
Your CV needs to be as perfect as possible if you want to land that interview. Your CV is the first thing that an employer or recruiter sees and if you don't make a good first impression, then your CV is letting you down and regardless of how many jobs you apply for on-line or in response to … [Read more...]
10 sneaky tips to get your CV/résumé to the top
Your CV/résumé has to be perfect. CV/résumé or curriculum vitae - your need to get it right Competition is so strong however that, whether you are applying for an internal role or a newly advertised post, your CV/résumé needs to be in tip-top shape. CV/résumé ideas Never send … [Read more...]
Defunct employer? How to overcome the problem
Your CV/résumé needs to be as up-to-date and accurate as possible but what do you do if your employer doesn't exist any more. As your career history lengthens it might be that companies or organisations you previously worked for no longer exist. They may have been bought out, re-branded or gone … [Read more...]
The Write Way to Get a Job
Is there a right way or a wrong way to get a job? It's an age old conundrum. However to help you with this elusive enigma we've been asked by How to Write Better to start a regular new column offering tips and advice on everything about getting that dream job. Hints and tips for preparing … [Read more...]
6 things you think you understand about professional CV writer but you really don’t
Being a professional CV writer is one of the new occupations which shouldn't be dismissed too quickly. On the one hand, to be a good professional CV writer you not only need to have a good understanding about the world of work but also have a good command of the English language. The other hand … [Read more...]
7 Killer mistakes that ruin your chances
Here's a blatant plug for my new book: Can't Get That Job which focuses on the mistakes you make when writing your CV. In addition there's a presentation : 7 killer cv mistakes View more presentations from Assessment 4 Potential. If you want more detail or support please contact me direct … [Read more...]
