A little detective work can go a long way in your job search. Traditionally, job searching involves browsing job boards, selecting roles that are relevant to your experience or career goals, and then sending off your application. A more proactive approach can transform your job hunt. With proactive outreach, you can discover new opportunities, build strong professional relationships, and create …
Aligning Your Online Presence and CV When Job Searching
There are so many steps to consider when conducting a job search. Writing a tailored CV for the role you’re applying for is one of the most crucial – but optimising your online presence to impress recruiters has to come second. In 2017, The Financial Times reported that 70% of employers looked at a candidate’s digital footprint when hiring for …
Finding Your Next Role After Redundancy
Redundancy has been front of mind in recent years. It reached its peak during the pandemic, before hitting a low in May 2022. Now that the job market is settling, redundancies are rising to pre-pandemic levels. It’s a stressful and emotional process, but there are ways to make the best of a difficult situation and move forward professionally. Many job …
The Role of AI in a Job Search
Over the past few years, the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies has been significantly progressing. As a result, AI is becoming more commonplace and quickly changing many aspects of daily life. The use of AI as part of a job search is becoming more and more common for both employers and candidates. Surveys have shown that around 1 in …
The Best Online Job Boards in the UK
Online job boards are a vital tool in today’s job market, offering candidates a comprehensive list of professional opportunities tailored to their experience and location. By better understanding these resources, you can access the best employment opportunities at your fingertips, more efficiently reach out to potential employers, and speed up the application process. We’ve gathered the top 10 online job …
How to Impress at a Job Interview
If there’s one thing that job seekers have in common, it’s feeling anxious before a job interview. In a study carried out by employee screening company JDP, 93% of people admitted to experiencing job interview anxiety. Here at The CV Guru, we want to help you feel empowered about the whole job application process, including the interview round. That’s why …
Addressing Six Common Myths for Jobseekers
The internet is full of advice on how to write a CV. As a result, there are a lot of conflicting tips about best practices and what information you should include on your CV. Our team of expert writers have years of experience creating CVs, so we can demystify the process and help you sort fact from fiction. Here are …
Job Market Trends for 2024
As we approach the end of the year, lots of people start to think about making a change in their careers. It’s important to be aware of what trends are going to dominate the job market in 2024 when thinking about your next move. You might be thinking about moving to a new company, applying for more senior positions or …
How to Research a Potential Employer
When searching for a new job, taking the time to research a potential employer is an important step in the process. Whether you’re making a career change, seeking a specific role, or have your sights on a particular employer, you need to understand not only whether you are a good fit for the company, but also what it will be …
Top Tips for Writing an Executive Supporting Statement
As you move into senior and executive-level positions, the documents you need to include as part of a job application will change. One document you might be expected to prepare is an Executive Supporting Statement. This document is typically 1-2 pages long and is essentially a personal statement that accompanies your CV and allows you to talk in detail about …