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What is a CV?

Sep 30, 2011 No Comments by

Curriculum Vitae: an outline of a person’s educational and professional history, usually prepared for job applications (L, lit.: the course of one’s life). Another name for a CV is a résumé. A CV is the most flexible and convenient way to make applications. It conveys your personal details in the way that presents you in [...]

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Where to look to find a Job

Jul 22, 2011 No Comments by

Because of the burdens of the worldwide financial crisis, many people are left unemployed for months with no means of paying off their mortgages, bills, and everyday necessities. Sounds terrible, doesn’t it? Believe it or not, that’s not the end of the story. A lot of college graduates are left with nothing but a college degree [...]

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Unusual Jobs you never would have thought of

Jun 30, 2011 No Comments by

With graduation just around the corner, college seniors are thinking about the future. Sure, there are always the standard career choices — doctor, lawyer, teacher — but there are plenty of other options no one ever hears about. Some sound tempting, like a professional waterslide tester, while others will make you count your blessings (ahem, [...]

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4 Digital Alternatives to the Traditional CV

Jun 24, 2011 1 Comment

Even small business owners need a CV. It serves to provide a summary of professional experience and isn’t just used for job searching. Many times, a CV can serve as a way to land a piece of business, speaking gig or board position. So it’s important to always have a CV that’s ready to go [...]

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Example of Errors in Writing Cover Letters

Jun 07, 2011 No Comments

Whether you agree or you not, your cover letter is the document that creates the first and lasting impression of your potential employer to you, be it good or bad. So to avoid rejection from the company that you are applying for, you need to know how to come up with an effective cover letter. [...]

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Is Your CV Singing and Dancing on Your Behalf?

Oct 08, 2010 No Comments

I am sure that you agree with me that there is now more competition than ever before to capture the attention of a potential employer or capture any type of rewarding business lead. As a result, individuals and businesses are searching for new and innovative ways to connect with people. The job search competition is [...]

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