There are exciting times ahead at CVpal; we are soon to launch our new website and have a new member of staff starting in the company on Tuesday!
The new website has been designed to provide visitors with even more hints, tips and support for writing CVs / Resumes, Cover Letters, Supporting Statements and other associated employment documentation. We are also launching our new Free CV Review service. This service will allow visitors to our site the opportunity to email their current CV or Resume to CVpal and gain free expert advice on the format, presentation and content.
We are also launching our exclusive Platinum Service that provides on going support and guidance throughout your job search and career! Something not to miss out on!!
On Tuesday we are fortunate to have a professional Marketeer join our team; this allows us to become more industry focused in this sector and also give expert advice to individuals wanting to progress in marketing or begin a career in marketing. Ideal for graduates, college leavers and professional marketeers.
We will keep you updated on the exact launch date of our new website but it will be up and running in the next week!
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Interview Winning CVs & Cover Letters
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Friday, 20 August 2010
How to write a great Cover Letter
In the current employment market place employers are starting to ask applicants to provide a variety of documents related to their application. These documents can include CVs / Resumes, Cover Letters, Supporting or Personal Statements as well as a completed application form.
At CVpal we always recommend sending your CV with a covering letter introducing yourself and also outlining the reasons for your application. The cover letter should cover certain aspects:
1. The job role you are applying for ( including any job reference number, date advertised and how you saw the advert i.e. name of website / newspaper etc).
2. A very brief outline of your career history; it is important not to repeat your CV therefore short overview will suffice.
3. Highlight your key skills.
4. Your availability for work and interviews.
Keep your cover letter brief, to the point and polite. As mentioned it is imperative that you do not repeat the wording in your cv.
We hope the above has helped and if you want further information about writing a cv, cover letter, supporting statement then contact CVpal on 01908 586393 or visit our website www.cvpal.co.uk
Thanks and good luck in your job search!!!
CVpal
01908 586393
www.cvpal.co.uk
At CVpal we always recommend sending your CV with a covering letter introducing yourself and also outlining the reasons for your application. The cover letter should cover certain aspects:
1. The job role you are applying for ( including any job reference number, date advertised and how you saw the advert i.e. name of website / newspaper etc).
2. A very brief outline of your career history; it is important not to repeat your CV therefore short overview will suffice.
3. Highlight your key skills.
4. Your availability for work and interviews.
Keep your cover letter brief, to the point and polite. As mentioned it is imperative that you do not repeat the wording in your cv.
We hope the above has helped and if you want further information about writing a cv, cover letter, supporting statement then contact CVpal on 01908 586393 or visit our website www.cvpal.co.uk
Thanks and good luck in your job search!!!
CVpal
01908 586393
www.cvpal.co.uk
Thursday, 19 August 2010
How to write an interview winning CV / Resume & Cover Letter
CV / Resume Writing Hints & Tips
To ensure your CV / Resume and Cover Letter gains maximum exposure with potential employers there are some simple things you should include prior to sending the documents. Initially ensure you have read the job specification that you are applying for correctly; understand exactly what the employer is looking for this will include skills, career experience, expertise and personal attributes.
Then simply match your skills etc to the job specification prior to writing anything on your CV. To start the CV set out your format for example you must include:
1. Your name, address, telephone contact numbers and email address.
2. Personal Profile
3. Key Skills / Qualifications / Achievements
4. Career History (chronologically from the most recent)
5. Interests / Other Information
If you use the above as a format you will not go wrong. Now comes the harder part of submitting content to the document!
Personal Profile - in this section clearly state what you can do, what you have done and what you would like to do. Always write this in the third person.
Key Skills etc.... - In this section we are allowed to match the skills you have to the job description.
Career History - List in chronological order starting from the most recent job all the information relating to where you worked, your position, dates of employment and the key responsibilities you had. Also include any key achievements you had whilst there.
Interests etc... Employers like to see that you are human, include sport interests, perhaps you do voluntary work etc...
Finally remember:
1. Write the CV in the third person.
2. If there are gaps on your CV try to minimise these with reasons for the gaps - perhaps you travelled, started a family etc.
3. Match your skills to the job
4. Try to keep the CV to 2 pages of A4
5. Keep the CV relevant to the job you are applying for
www.cvpal.co.uk
At CVpal we provide a free CV review we will examine your CV and advise and support you through the writing process. Or you may want us to write a professional CV for you.
Visit our site www.cvpal.co.uk or call 01908 586393 to discuss your requirements.
To ensure your CV / Resume and Cover Letter gains maximum exposure with potential employers there are some simple things you should include prior to sending the documents. Initially ensure you have read the job specification that you are applying for correctly; understand exactly what the employer is looking for this will include skills, career experience, expertise and personal attributes.
Then simply match your skills etc to the job specification prior to writing anything on your CV. To start the CV set out your format for example you must include:
1. Your name, address, telephone contact numbers and email address.
2. Personal Profile
3. Key Skills / Qualifications / Achievements
4. Career History (chronologically from the most recent)
5. Interests / Other Information
If you use the above as a format you will not go wrong. Now comes the harder part of submitting content to the document!
Personal Profile - in this section clearly state what you can do, what you have done and what you would like to do. Always write this in the third person.
Key Skills etc.... - In this section we are allowed to match the skills you have to the job description.
Career History - List in chronological order starting from the most recent job all the information relating to where you worked, your position, dates of employment and the key responsibilities you had. Also include any key achievements you had whilst there.
Interests etc... Employers like to see that you are human, include sport interests, perhaps you do voluntary work etc...
Finally remember:
1. Write the CV in the third person.
2. If there are gaps on your CV try to minimise these with reasons for the gaps - perhaps you travelled, started a family etc.
3. Match your skills to the job
4. Try to keep the CV to 2 pages of A4
5. Keep the CV relevant to the job you are applying for
www.cvpal.co.uk
At CVpal we provide a free CV review we will examine your CV and advise and support you through the writing process. Or you may want us to write a professional CV for you.
Visit our site www.cvpal.co.uk or call 01908 586393 to discuss your requirements.
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