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The perfect CV is well within your reach. This collection of expert guides is loaded with tips and tricks to make your skills and experience jump off the page.

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by Paul Drury

120 Hobbies & interests for your CV: Showcase your personality (UK)

Need help making your CV stand out? Hobbies and interests can provide unique insight into your potential in the workplace. Read our guide with expert advice, pros and cons, and 120 examples of good hobbies and interests for your CV that will generate interest.

19 min read

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by Karl Kahler

How and when to include references on a CV (2025)

Far from every candidate will decide to include the names of referees on their CV. If you do believe that references on your CV are beneficial, think carefully about how to approach the issue.

12 min read

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by Charlotte Grainger

250+ game-changing action verbs for your CV (with examples)

Looking to grab a hiring manager’s attention? Using powerful action verbs for your CV is the answer. Let’s take a look at more than 250 words you can use on your application and how to use them. Here’s what you need to know to get started.

24 min read

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by Susan Shor

How many jobs should I put on my CV?

It’s hard to know which jobs to feature on your CV and which to remove. Should you include every job or leave some out? If you’re wondering how many jobs you should put on your CV, this article will give you tips and tricks to help decide.

11 min read

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by Emily Stoker

Skills Based CVs: A Strategic Approach to Job Applications

Your skills are your superpower! But how and when should you lean into them by creating a skills based CV? Find strategic ways to lean into this format, how to do it well, and how to avoid common pitfalls with this cover-all guide.

16 min read

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by Emily Stoker

Key strengths on your CV: Top 5 examples

Showing your strengths for your CV is the best way to get ahead in your career. Our quick guide and 40 key strength examples will help you get started.

14 min read

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by Paul Drury

36 Examples of soft skills for your CV

Soft skills are the behavioural fuel of your career stories; but sharing them on your CV is no simple matter. We explore how to include them.

13 min read

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by Krystin Morgan

How to List Languages on your CV

Language skills can elevate your CV in the global marketplace. Learn exactly how to list language levels on your CV and format your skills with these tips, tools, templates, and examples.

14 min read

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by Karl Kahler

CV header: Examples and instruction tips

The header of the CV is the first thing that a hiring manager will notice. Make sure that it plays its part in their decision to hire you.

16 min read

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by Karl Kahler

How to write a chronological CV (+ UK examples)

Looking to create a reverse chronological CV with a compelling career story? It’s the most common format, but getting it right can be tricky. Check out our expert guide on how to write a chronological CV format that will advance your job search.

20 min read

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by Paul Drury

First Job CV: How to write a CV with no experience (including UK examples)

Finding a first job can be challenging. Your first order of business is to create a CV that you can use to get that first fabulous job. What should you include? What format should you use? We’ll cover these questions and show you how to make a killer CV for your first job.

21 min read

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by Lyndsey McLaughlin

How to improve your CV layout

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15 min read

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