Resume templates
If you’re in the market for a new job, you need to update your resume each time your circumstances change. This includes details such as address, phone numbers, email address and new job details. It’s important that we have a copy of your...
Resume formatting
As recruiters, we see a LOT of resumes. There’s plenty of articles out there about what to do with your resume, so here’s some key points on what we like to see. Put it in order Listing your positions chronologically makes reading your CV...
Body language
Getting lots of interviews but not getting the job? Perhaps it’s time to take a look at your body language. A great CV means nothing if you can’t make eye contact with the interviewer or employer. An interviewer will assume their first...
Having trouble getting a job interview?
When you’re searching for a new job, it’s not uncommon to go through a dry spell. There’s lots of factors that can influence a dry spell, and some of these factors are simply outside of your control. This includes market conditions,...
Is your cover letter boring?
Let’s be honest, nobody really likes writing cover letters. Especially if you’re applying for multiple jobs. Remember that a cover letter gives you the opportunity to illustrate your personality. Your experience and knowledge is essential,...
Resume writing tips: the basics
Let’s face it, resume writing is hard work. Knowing what to write, how to write it and how much to write can be a challenge. A resume, or CV, is the very first opportunity you have to make a lasting impression on a prospective employer, so don’t...
Can you really find a job using social media?
The process of finding a job has changed significantly over the past decade. Gone are the days of getting the weekend newspaper and trawling through the vacancy list. Websites like SEEK and CareerOne have replaced traditional search methods. Social...