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Don’t let CV gaps hold you back. Whether you have had a career break or lost your job, there’s a simple way you can explain this to a prospective employer. Read our guide now.

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.

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.

“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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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!

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.