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“Dear Sir or Madam”: Top Cover Letter Start Alternatives
“Dear Sir or Madam”: Top Cover Letter Start Alternatives

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

“Sir” and “Madam” may still be used in society, but they shouldn't appear in your cover letter. We walk through the reasons to avoid them, as well as alternatives to “Dear Sir or Madam” as your cover letter salutation.
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Published in Career

by Amanda AugustineAmanda Augustine

The most competitive job markets in the UK
UK professionals have enjoyed a ‘jobseeker’s market’ until recently, but competition is getting fiercer. Resume.io crunched the data to find regions and industries where each job has the most applicants.
The most competitive job markets in the UK
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27 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

ChatGPT Cover Letter: Prompts and Writing Tips
Generative AI can help us in so many ways. Writing a cover letter is no exception – in this blog we explore just how ChatGPT can optimise your career story.
ChatGPT Cover Letter: Prompts and Writing Tips
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10 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

What is a cover letter?
What is a cover letter? It might not be explicitly required for every application. However their uses of a cover letter and how to write one could help you get your foot in the door of that interview room. Read on to learn the meaning of a cover letter!
What is a cover letter?
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17 min read

Published in CV Help

by Karl KahlerKarl Kahler

Should I put my address on my CV?
Do you put your address on your CV? While putting your full address on your CV is rarely a necessity, there are still some advantages when it comes to listing your location. Read on and we’ll help you find the best solution for your job application!
Should you put my address on your CV?
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10 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

100 Behavioural Interview Questions – Tips and Examples
Behavioural questions will form the bulk of any interview. Hiring managers are most interested in the behaviours that helped you get to your career achievements.
 100 Behavioural Interview Questions – Tips and Examples
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17 min read

Published in CV Help

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

How to list a degree on your CV: Quick and easy guide
There is a whole world that exists outside of the sphere of university. To access it and unlock your true potential as a working professional, you need to know how to list your degree on your CV. Follow these tips to arm yourself with the knowledge necessary to do just that and increase your chances of being hired!
How to list a degree on your CV: Quick and easy guide
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10 min read

Published in CV Help

by Edward Cooke (alias)Edward Cooke (alias)

How to list education on your CV
Regardless of the path you took post-education, your qualifications still have something to teach hiring managers about you. Give yourself every opportunity of securing your ideal role by following these tips. We’ll help you to communicate your education in a jiffy.
How to list education on your CV
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10 min read

Published in CV Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

ChatGPT CV writing – prompts and process
Artificial intelligence is changing how we live, work, and search for jobs. Can you use ChatGPT to help write your CV? This blog walks through the benefits, the risks, and the best prompts to make ChatGPT your job search assistant.
ChatGPT CV writing – prompts and process
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8 min read

Published in CV Help

by Susan ShorSusan 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.
How many jobs should I put on my CV?
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8 min read

Published in Career

by Krystin MorganKrystin Morgan

13 of the highest-paying trade jobs in the UK
When you’re choosing a career path, money matters. We have you covered. This guide will talk through high paid trades for you to consider, what it takes to succeed, and how much you can earn.
13 of the highest-paying trade jobs in the UK
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15 min read

Published in CV Help

by Michael Arenbach (alias)Michael Arenbach (alias)

How to Write Work Experience on a CV
When you sit down to think about your work experience you will likely have a lot to say. We explore how to condense the most appropriate career successes into the work experience section of a CV. Are you up to the challenge?
How to Write Work Experience on a CV
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10 min read
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