The Ultimate Career Resource Hub: Free Guides & Tools from CV Pilots

Whether you’re rewriting your CV, refreshing your LinkedIn profile, or preparing for a big interview, our expert-written guides will help you stand out in today’s competitive job market.

This hub brings together our most popular resources, tools, and recruiter insights in one place. Bookmark it and come back whenever you need step-by-step career support.

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📄 CV Writing & Optimisation

Your CV is often your first impression — make it count. These guides explain how to write a CV that gets noticed and passes applicant tracking systems (ATS).

• How to Write a Compelling Executive CV

• What Recruiters Expect to See in an Executive CV
  

• How to Add Metrics & KPIs to Your CV

• Should I Include a Professional Summary

• Which CV verb tense should I use?

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  How Long Should a CV Be in 2025?

🎯 ATS & Keyword Optimisation

Most CVs are filtered by software before a human ever sees them. These guides show you how to optimise your CV so it gets through to decision-makers.

• How Recruiters Use ATS & How To Optimise Your CV in 2025

• How to Optimise Your CV For Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) in 2025
  

📝 Cover Letters That Get Results

A strong cover letter is still a differentiator. Use our templates and tips to avoid mistakes and showcase your value.

• Why Cover Letters Still Matter In 2025
  

• Effective Director of Sales and Marketing Cover Letter Example

💼 LinkedIn Mastery

Recruiters expect you to have a polished, professional LinkedIn presence. These resources help you optimise your profile and increase visibility.

• Expert LinkedIn Headline Tips To Boost Profile Visibility

• How to Write a Compelling LinkedIn Summary (with Examples)

• Should I Write My Summary in First or Third Person

• 6 Critical Reasons to Join LinkedIn

• The Best Skills To Add To Your LinkedIn Profile For Recruiter Searches

• How to Request (and Write) a LinkedIn Recommendation

• 5 Ways to Increase Your LinkedIn Profile Views

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These resources strip away the guesswork so you know exactly what recruiters and
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🎤 Interview Preparation

Interviewing is a skill — and like any skill, it can be improved with the right strategies.

• What Are Good Questions To Ask At Interviews?

• STAR Method: Answer Interview Behavioural Questions Effectively

• Why You’re Not Getting Interviews (6 Common Mistakes To Avoid)

• Job Search Strategy UK: 5 Questions To Boost Your Results

🤝 Working With Recruiters & Career Coaches

Recruiters and coaches can accelerate your career — if you know how to work with them effectively.

• What Recruiters Say Makes A Really Strong CV

• Are CV Writing Services Worth It

📈 Career Trends & Insights

Stay on top of what’s shaping the job market, from hybrid work to new recruiting technologies.

• The Best Ways to Get a Job Offer (Research-Based)

• How to Position Yourself for Career Success in Uncertain Times

• Guide to Remote & Hybrid Hiring

How to Use This Hub

• Job seekers – follow the CV, LinkedIn and interview sections in order.

• Executives – focus on recruiter perspectives, ATS optimisation and career trends.

• Career changers/returners – start with CV content advice and LinkedIn optimisation.

To find out more, visit our website www.cvpilots.co.uk If you have any further questions, you can either book a consultation call with one of our team, or get in touch via email on team@cvpilots.co.uk