Make your CV brief, easy-to-read and packed with numbers to catch the attention of hiring managers and recruiters
September 2017
CV and cover letter examples
The perfect pitch: how to write a successful cover letter
Keep it short, do your research and tailor it to the job, say experts
August 2017
How to make any job look impressive on your CV
How to turn a career break or sabbatical into job success – live chat
July 2017
It's all about potential: how to write a CV with no work experience
Follow these tips to stand out among competing candidates – from research to volunteering – and make your CV shine
June 2017
Five ways to get your CV and cover letter noticed
Are your job applications being ignored? Cut the cliches, sum yourself up and keep them brief, say the experts
May 2017
CV and cover letter clinic: ask the experts
How to tailor your CV for interview success
April 2017
How to avoid the seven most common CV mistakes
CV tips: cut the cliches, don’t waffle and demonstrate the impact of your work to employers
February 2017
Top 10 CV buzzwords – and how to avoid them
Everyone describes themselves as ‘passionate, enthusiastic and specialised’ on their CV – here’s how to convey the same thing without being cliched
December 2016
No interviews? Stop applying for jobs and speak to the hiring manager
With the majority of hires made internally, sometimes the best tactic is simply to get your CV in front of the right person
November 2016
CV writing: job hunting tips for the festive season
The five most common CV problems – and how to fix them
October 2016
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'I've no idea if the lie or the truth got me hired': your job application fibs
From fabricated interview stories to forged degrees, here’s a collection of our readers’ biggest lies. Read more of their tall tales
CV and cover letter examples
CV and cover letter examples for teachers
If you’re struggling to write a CV or cover letter for teaching roles, here are some examples to help you stand out, whether you’re a headteacher or NQT
Community
What have you lied about to get a job? Share your stories
Whether you doctored your job title or fudged your experience in an interview – share stories of your job application lies
August 2016
CV and job application spelling test – take our quiz
CV writing: use clear facts to highlight your value to employers
June 2016
Arts graduates rejoice: 'there's a lot to be said for creativity'
Graduate CV template: what to include in your first résumé
