Tips & Tools From Our Career Advice Blog
We compiled tools and articles from our career advice blog to help you prepare the strongest CV and cover letter 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
Free 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
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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.
Based in London, he currently works with applicants ranging from CEOs to recent graduates and has been writing CVs for over eight years.
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.