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Headings, Titles and Straplines In A CV

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Tue, 07 May 2013 08:41:37 +0000

Writing a CV comes as a daunting task to most, especially if you have a lot of information to get across. Remembering that your CV is designed for one purpose – to get you that all important interview – will … Continue reading →

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Having established The CV Store in 2001, Lee has become recognised as one of the UK's leading CV writing 'experts' and is often called upon by some of the world's most well-known recruiters for CV advice. Connect with Lee on Google+

Self-Employed And Now Need A CV

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:51:38 +0000

There are pros and cons to having a history of self-employment. On the one hand, you will be thinking it shows an entrepreneurial spirit, an aptitude for business, a 360 degree responsibility for all areas of commerce and it does; … Continue reading →

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Dumbing Down A CV

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:31:33 +0000

It’s not often anyone would find it necessary to trade down their experience, skills and qualifications to go for a role they are over qualified for, but it’s happening more and more. The most obvious reason is that in this … Continue reading →

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How To Write An Effective International CV

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:20:40 +0000

Within the UK, almost all roles you may apply for, with the exception of the medical industry, CVs follow the same format, the same length and the same content. If your career plans involve a potential move to foreign pastures, … Continue reading →

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CV Tips For The Procurement Sector

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:15:34 +0000

The procurement sector thrives on multiple strands of expertise and it is important to get each and every one of these across in your CV. Above all, it must reflect the achievements you have successfully attained and without doubt, they … Continue reading →

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CVs for the over 50s

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:28:16 +0000

Many people who are aged 50 or over are reluctant to move roles or try for a new position because they believe their age will work against them. This is not true. The facts remain that if your CV clearly … Continue reading →

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Marketing your CV directly to employers

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 10:23:09 +0000

Uploading your CV to jobsites can be a frustrating task, equally applying for various roles and not getting any response is enough to chip away at your confidence. We need to change the approach. Flip the process on its head … Continue reading →

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Writing a Professional Actor / Actress CV

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:05:25 +0000

Being within the performing arts industry, means that invariably your “interviews” are more likely to take place in the form of an audition. It renders normal CVs defunct and in its place you are often required to provide a one … Continue reading →

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How to Write a CV for Tradespeople

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 17:44:39 +0000

A few years ago it was unheard of that a tradesperson would need a CV, getting by on reputation and skill alone, that and the sheer demand for qualified employees within the construction industry!!! Nowadays – ALL CHANGE. So if … Continue reading →

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Identifying Skills for Education Sector CVs

Lee Tonge - The CV Store — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 14:54:00 +0000

With so many facets to the role of a teacher nowadays, it’s important to communicate your skill set across the role requirements. Identifying key skills provides a good synopsis that will match any recruitment parameters but also highlight areas that … Continue reading →

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