Tag Archives: CV Writing
Words to avoid putting on your CV
With recruiters receiving hundreds of applicants for every job they post, getting your CV noticed in today’s competitive jobs market is tough. In order to create a document that stands out and secures interviews, it’s vital that your CV is … Continue reading
Job hunting lessons you should forget
We’ve all been given more job advice in our lifetime than we probably know what to do with. Whilst this is great when it comes to finding a new job, believe it or not, there are some bad job hunting … Continue reading
The lies people tell on their CVs and the repercussions of getting caught
Statistics have revealed that a whopping 50% of people admit to lying on their CV and that fabrications amongst executives are at an all-time high. Whilst it is natural to highlight strengths and achievements to increase the desirability of a … Continue reading
Great ways to get your CV noticed
Here at Choralis, our consultants have more than 40 years’ experience between them so it’s safe to say that by now we know a thing or two about recruitment. We come across hundreds of CVs every week and unfortunately don’t … Continue reading
The cost of using poor grammar
It seems like a week can’t go by without there being another news story about how the rise of social media, texting and informal emails have led to the downfall of the English language. Whilst many of us carry on … Continue reading
Funny and Unusual CV Mistakes
Careerbuilder.co.uk recently surveyed a number of employers in order to get a better understanding into how long they spend looking at the average CV. With nearly one third of recruiters revealing that they never spend more than one minute reviewing … Continue reading
How to write a CV
Many people make the mistake of underestimating the importance of a good CV. Although this alone won’t get you a job, a bad CV can certainly cost you a job. As the first opportunity you have to capture your potential … Continue reading
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