Welcome to the Jobseeker’s Blog from Brendan Hope CV Writing, a practical hub of CV advice, job-search strategies and career guidance for UK jobseekers and professionals targeting UK roles from overseas.
Whether you are writing your first CV, planning a career move or preparing for interviews, you will find step-by-step guides, templates and real-world tips to help you move forward with confidence.
You can also explore my wider career advice services if you would like one-to-one support alongside these articles.
This blog is designed as your one-stop shop for all things jobseeking. Articles are organised around the core areas I support clients with every day:
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LinkedIn is a great tool for connecting with like-minded professionals, finding jobs and building community. In the past few years, it has become essential to have an up-to-date, active and engaging profile because of integrated tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and...
Are you struggling to create a compelling CV that grabs the attention of hiring managers? In today'shighly competitive job market, it's essential to have a CV that stands out from the crowd. However,crafting a CV that accurately reflects your skills and experience can...
Tips from Professional CV Writers Employment gaps are not always negative, but it can be anxiety-inducing trying to explain why you were out of a job for a few years. The following article will help you address your employment gaps and make them another selling point...
When it comes to writing your resume, it’s easy to fall back on tired phrasing or buzzwords with little meaning. With the number of applications recruiters get, you have to grab their attention and be memorable. The following article will guide you to improve your...
Showing how you meet the requirements of a job is the most important thing your resume does for you. Recruiters want to know how you will use your skills, abilities and experience to excel. Have a basic resume that you tailor to the job listing. Read our article for...
A resume objective can serve as a quick introduction to your goals and talents. Well-written resume objectives can be used to tie your whole resume together in 2 or 3 sentences. What does objectives mean on a resume? An objective on a resume is a short...
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