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How to get a job in a recession

This ebook helps you through the whole job search process; with advice on understanding your skills and values, writing a CV / covering letter, networking, preparing for interviews, and salary negotiations. More info & download first chapter for free.
Sep 1st

The biggest CV mistakes



I was on the panel of a recent Live Q&A on CVs and covering letters, organised by Guardian Careers, when one of my fellow panelists, Rowan Manahan (of Fortify Services) asked this question: Read »

Category: Writing a CV
Aug 24th

Why good manners count in your job search



I've been seeing a stream of tweets from recruiters and graduate employers over the last few days, all complaining that graduates just don't appear serious in their job search. Read »

Aug 11th

Trapped in long-term unemployment



Figures released both in the UK and the US show that long-term unemployment is on the rise. Read »

Aug 4th

Things I wish I’d known when I graduated



This year has probably been the toughest yet in which to graduate. The Guardian has been running hugely useful Q&A sessions to help graduates get a foothold on the career ladder, and I've also written a couple of posts on their blog: Read »

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Jul 23rd

What I know about getting a job – ebook review



18 highly respected bloggers in HR give their advice on how to get a job, in an ebook published by Brazen Careerist and Rich DeMatteo (Corn on theJob). Read »

Jul 16th

How to stand out with your covering letter



Your covering letter links your CV to the specific requirements of the job and the company. But rather than repeating information from your CV, grab the attention of the hiring manager by highlighting and expanding on relevant personality traits, strengths and experience. Read »

Category: Writing a CV
Jul 7th

Of graduates and unpaid internships



Is 2010 the perfect storm for graduates? A fall in the number of graduate vacancies and a rise in the number of applicants chasing each job; coupled with ongoing confusion and foot-dragging over the question of paid / unpaid internships. Read »

Jul 1st

Free video CV service for graduates



Video CVs are a growing trend - not so much replacing the traditional paper CVs, but by supplementing them. A video CV gives you another opportunity to enhance your online presence and personal brand. Read »

Jun 23rd

2010 Emergency Budget – what it means for job seekers



There's not much to cheer about in the budget - especially as it affects job seekers. Read »

Jun 15th

Why a bad interview isn’t always a disaster



Interviews can go wrong. Read »

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