CVs for Dummies
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... Expert advice on writing and formatting a first-class CVGetting an interview is easier than you might thinkA high quality CV is essential for anyone who wants to get ahead in Britain's competitive job market. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to create a standout CV that'll get your foot in the door. You'll find dozens of useful example CVs from a diverse range of industries and age groups, plus advice on structure, language and the classic CV mistakes that could be holding you back. This book is the easiest way to a CV tune-up - and your next job.The Dummies Way- Explanations in pla...
... Expert advice on writing and formatting a first-class CV
Getting an interview is easier than you might think
A high quality CV is essential for anyone who wants to get ahead in Britain's competitive job market. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to create a standout CV that'll get your foot in the door. You'll find dozens of useful example CVs from a diverse range of industries and age groups, plus advice on structure, language and the classic CV mistakes that could be holding you back. This book is the easiest way to a CV tune-up - and your next job.
The Dummies Way
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Tear-out cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humour and fun
Discover how to:
- Format a persuasive CV
- Win with words
- Use technology to your advantage
- Bounce back from redundancy
- Present your career history in the best light. (20061222)
Review:
... "...quickly points out all the big mistakes and how to turn them to your advantage..." (Fresh Direction, January 04)
"...a great reference for you, your kids, your friends..." (mother@work.co.uk, March 04)
"...To avoid making mistakes that could jeopardise your career, check out CVs For Dummies..." Daily Mirror, 1st April 2004). (20061222)
Review quote:
... "...quickly points out all the big mistakes and how to turn them to your advantage..." (Fresh Direction, January 04)
"...a great reference for you, your kids, your friends..." (mother@work.co.uk, March 04)
"...To avoid making mistakes that could jeopardise your career, check out CVs For Dummies..." Daily Mirror, 1st April 2004). (20061222)
Table of contents:
... Introduction.
Part I: CVs in the Changing Job Search Environment.
Chapter 1: New Realities: Big Changes in the World of CVs.
Chapter 2: Get Your CV Out There.
Part II: StandOut CVs for Affinity Groups.
Chapter 3: When You Lose Your Job and It's Not Your Fault.
Chapter 4: Fifty-somethings Fight Back.
Chapter 5: Info Tech CVs: Write Them Right.
Chapter 6: Out of Uniform and into Civvy Street.
Chapter 7: Good Advice for Graduates.
Part III: The Making of a StandOut CV.
Chapter 8: Market Yourself with a StandOut CV.
Chapter 9: Format Means So Much: Choose Wisely.
Chapter 10: Contents Make the StandOut Difference.
Chapter 11: Win with Words.
Chapter 12: Overcome Deadly Dilemmas.
Chapter 13: Move from Worksheets to Finished CV.
Part IV: StandOut CVs Online.
Chapter 14: The Changing E-CV: Technology in Transition.
Chapter 15: Fading Technology: Scannable and Plain Tex t CVs.
Chapter 16: In Search of an Uncommon E-CV.
Part V: Samples of StandOut CVs.
Chapter 17: A Sampling of StandOut CVs.
Chapter 18: A Sampling of Special Needs CVs.
Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 19: Ten (x3) Ways to Prove Your Claims.
Chapter 20: Ten Pet Peeves of Recruiters.
Chapter 21: Ten Simple Ways to Improve Your CV.
Chapter 22: Solutions to the Top Ten CV Problems.
Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Choosing Professional CV Help.
Chapter 24: Ten Areas to Check Before Sending Your CV. Index. (20061222)
... Expert advice on writing and formatting a first-class CV
Getting an interview is easier than you might think
A high quality CV is essential for anyone who wants to get ahead in Britain's competitive job market. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how to create a standout CV that'll get your foot in the door. You'll find dozens of useful example CVs from a diverse range of industries and age groups, plus advice on structure, language and the classic CV mistakes that could be holding you back. This book is the easiest way to a CV tune-up - and your next job.
The Dummies Way
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Tear-out cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humour and fun
Discover how to:
- Format a persuasive CV
- Win with words
- Use technology to your advantage
- Bounce back from redundancy
- Present your career history in the best light. (20061222)
Review:
... "...quickly points out all the big mistakes and how to turn them to your advantage..." (Fresh Direction, January 04)
"...a great reference for you, your kids, your friends..." (mother@work.co.uk, March 04)
"...To avoid making mistakes that could jeopardise your career, check out CVs For Dummies..." Daily Mirror, 1st April 2004). (20061222)
Review quote:
... "...quickly points out all the big mistakes and how to turn them to your advantage..." (Fresh Direction, January 04)
"...a great reference for you, your kids, your friends..." (mother@work.co.uk, March 04)
"...To avoid making mistakes that could jeopardise your career, check out CVs For Dummies..." Daily Mirror, 1st April 2004). (20061222)
Table of contents:
... Introduction.
Part I: CVs in the Changing Job Search Environment.
Chapter 1: New Realities: Big Changes in the World of CVs.
Chapter 2: Get Your CV Out There.
Part II: StandOut CVs for Affinity Groups.
Chapter 3: When You Lose Your Job and It's Not Your Fault.
Chapter 4: Fifty-somethings Fight Back.
Chapter 5: Info Tech CVs: Write Them Right.
Chapter 6: Out of Uniform and into Civvy Street.
Chapter 7: Good Advice for Graduates.
Part III: The Making of a StandOut CV.
Chapter 8: Market Yourself with a StandOut CV.
Chapter 9: Format Means So Much: Choose Wisely.
Chapter 10: Contents Make the StandOut Difference.
Chapter 11: Win with Words.
Chapter 12: Overcome Deadly Dilemmas.
Chapter 13: Move from Worksheets to Finished CV.
Part IV: StandOut CVs Online.
Chapter 14: The Changing E-CV: Technology in Transition.
Chapter 15: Fading Technology: Scannable and Plain Tex t CVs.
Chapter 16: In Search of an Uncommon E-CV.
Part V: Samples of StandOut CVs.
Chapter 17: A Sampling of StandOut CVs.
Chapter 18: A Sampling of Special Needs CVs.
Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 19: Ten (x3) Ways to Prove Your Claims.
Chapter 20: Ten Pet Peeves of Recruiters.
Chapter 21: Ten Simple Ways to Improve Your CV.
Chapter 22: Solutions to the Top Ten CV Problems.
Chapter 23: Ten Tips for Choosing Professional CV Help.
Chapter 24: Ten Areas to Check Before Sending Your CV. Index. (20061222)
... Expert advice on writing and formatting a first-class CV