The CV Store

We are all aware that the job market is facing more competition than ever before, with a rough average of at least ten people battling it away for every one job vacancy (and it’s not unusual for this number to reach up to 100 applicants). If you are one of the lucky ones and have a job, the fear doesn’t automatically disappear. Competition is high in the air as cuts are making themselves more widely known in various areas of the jobs market. So if you are worried about your job security, here are a few tips if you are one of the many uncertain of your job’s future.

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With the arrival of the internet, and the many benefits it offers, people have been increasingly relying on technology for everything: from shopping, socialising and file sharing, to streaming media and podcasting. One of the internet’s rising trends is online recruitment.

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To get a good job you will need to have a great CV and a compelling cover letter, otherwise you won’t be able to convince people to let you in the door. Before that even happens, however, you need to find the right career for you. This can be incredibly challenging, yet there’s no reason to go it alone and you should draw on your support network to help you find the right job.

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When it comes to CVs and cover letters, one size does not fit all. In today’s competitive job market, job seekers need to be able to tailor a CV and cover letter for the particular industries or jobs they’re targeting. If your CV and cover letter directly address the job’s requirements and showcase how well you can meet them, your chances of getting an interview invite increase dramatically. Here’s how to tailor your CV and cover letter for a particular job or industry.

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Jobs are like opinions. Most people have them but not very many are worthwhile. So how do you manage to find a way to love your job? How do you find a way to turn something tedious into something you love? Here are a few tips for how to arrive at a place where you love your job.

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