Free Tips & Tools From Our Career Advice Blog
We compiled tools and articles from our career advice blog to help you prepare the strongest CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile possible.
By referencing these resources, you will be able to:
- Optimise your CV for applicant tracking systems
- Learn what recruiters expect to see in an executive CV
- Write a CV and cover letter that differentiate you from similar applicants
- Prepare and optimise your LinkedIn profile
- Prepare for interviews
CV Optimisation Tools
- CV Metrics Tool: How to Add Metrics & KPIs to Your CV
- Negative Keywords Tool: 10 Words to Remove from CV to Instantly Increase Credibility
- [COMING SOON] Keyword Optimisation Tool: How to Tailor Your CV to a Job
Must Reads & Recruiter Perspectives
- What Do Recruiters Expect to See in an Executive CV?
- How To Write Standout CV Bullet Points That Land Interviews
- 6 Key Recruitment Trends You’ll See in 2021 [Recruiter Perspectives]
- 10 Tips for Working with Recruiters
- How to Write a Compelling Executive CV [with Examples]
CV Content Advice
- Should I include a professional summary on my CV?
- Should I include an objective on my CV?
- How To List References On CV
- What are the three main types of CV formats?
- How To List Online Courses on CV & 5 Reasons You Should
- Should your CV be in past or present tense?
Keyword Optimisation & Applicant Tracking Systems
- How ATS is Used for Recruitment & CV Screening
- 3 Ways to Help Your CV Beat the Bots
- ATS Keyword Optimisation Tips That Work [Research Based]
Cover Letter Advice
- How to Write a Cover Letter [Comprehensive Guide & Template]
- 7 Cover Letter Mistakes Recruiters Hate to See
- How Long Should A Cover Letter Be?
- Sales and Marketing Cover Letter Sample [6 Reasons It Works]
CV Formatting Tips
- Your CV Should Not Be Instagramable
- 5 CV Formatting Pitfalls to Avoid
- What Font Should You Use on a CV?
- Make Your CV Line Spacing and Margin Size Perfect
- How Long Should A CV Be?
- How To Improve Your CV's Layout and Readability
- What is the difference between an academic and professional CV?
- 5 Ways to Make Your CV Easier to Read
What NOT to Do on Your CV
- Top 10 CV Mistakes That Drive Recruiters Mad
- 8 Inconsistencies That Will Break Your CV
- 5 Things NOT to Put on a CV
- Ten Things That Never Belong on a CV
Working with CV Writers & Career Coaches
- Are CV Writing Services Worth It?
- How to Choose a Top Executive CV Writer
- What to Expect During Your CV Writing Consultation
- CV Pilots' Favorite Client Reviews
Additional Reading
- Vice President of Real Estate CV Sample [10 Reasons It Works]
- How to optimize your CV and LinkedIn for a career switch
- How to Email a CV [with Sample]
- Frequently Asked Questions About CVs
- CV Pilots' 2020 Reviews
Must Reads: LinkedIn
- A Beginner's Guide to LinkedIn
- How to Write a Compelling LinkedIn Summary [with Examples]
- Should I write my LinkedIn summary in the first person or third person?
- Why Should I Join LinkedIn? Here Are 6 Critical Reasons
- How to Write a Standout LinkedIn Headline [Examples & Formula]
- 3 Ways to Effectively Add Skills to Your LinkedIn Profile
Interview Preparation Advice
- How to Leverage the STAR Method to Ace Behavioral Interviews
- What Are Good Questions To Ask During an Interview?
- 20 Questions To Help You Prepare For An Interview
- 6 Reasons Why You're Not Getting Interviews
- How to Handle a Zoom Interview During Coronavirus
- Not getting interviews? How to Optimise Your Job Search Strategy
Recruitment Trends & Tips
- 6 Key Recruitment Trends You’ll See in 2021 [Recruiter Perspectives]
- The Best Ways to Get a Job Offer [Research-Based]
- Recruiters Explain How to Address Employment Gaps Due To COVID-19
- 5 Ways to Position Yourself for Career Success in Uncertain Times
- Recruiter Advice: Sending Thank You Notes After an Interview [with Sample]
- Guide to Remote Hiring for Companies and Candidates
Additional LinkedIn Tips
- How to Keep Your LinkedIn Job Search Confidential
- How to Request (and Write) a LinkedIn Recommendation
- 5 Ways to Increase Your LinkedIn Profile Views
- How should my LinkedIn profile differ from my CV?
- How do I hide my LinkedIn profile from search engines?
- How to Create a Custom LinkedIn URL
About CV Pilots
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About the AuthorMatt Glodz
Matt Glodz is the Founder and Managing Partner of CV Pilots and a Certified Professional Resume Writer.
After studying business communication at Cornell University, Matt worked for global companies, where he noted that qualified candidates were frequently denied interview opportunities due to poorly written documents.
At CV Pilots, Matt combines his solid business and writing background to craft CVs that give his clients the best chance of landing interviews. He has lived in the UK, US and Italy.
Based in London, he currently works with applicants ranging from CEOs to recent graduates and has been writing CVs for over 10 years.
He has been quoted on numerous business and career-related topics in outlets including Business Insider, CNBC, Fortune, Glassdoor, The Ladders, The Times and Thrive Global.