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Build a CV that says something real
Practical exerciseTurn your experience into clear evidence.
Start with the role
Read the job description and identify the skills being requested. Use clear headings for contact details, experience, education and relevant skills.
Show what you did
Use brief examples from work, study, caring, clubs or volunteering. Describe actions and outcomes honestly. A small, specific contribution beats an unsupported big claim.
Make it easy to read
Tailor the most relevant details, check spelling and ensure contact details work. Review what your public online profile says about you.
Watch it. Practise it. See what stuck.
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