CVs for Dummies
UK Edition
1st Edition
Published in December 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
376 pages
978-0-7645-7017-9 (ISBN)
Description
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
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
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"...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, 1 st April 2004)More details
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Steve Shipside has written about business issues for Personnel Today, Management Today, Director, Campaign, Revolution, Wired, Business 2.0 and the BBC.
Joyce Lain Kennedy's "Careers Now" column appears in more than 100 newspapers around the world.
Joyce Lain Kennedy's "Careers Now" column appears in more than 100 newspapers around the world.
Content
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.
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.