Career Advice: CVs and Cover Letters

How to write work experience on a CV - Tips and examples

What are hard skills? List and examples to include in your CV

How to make a CV for your first job

How long should a cover letter be and what should I include?

Breaking the taboo: discussing salary expectations with your employer

Teamwork skills on your CV: How to show you're a team player

How to navigate a sabbatical on your CV

The value of critical thinking in the modern job market

Writing a winning CV: best practices for standing out among applicants

Learning from CV failure: how to improve your CV and get hired

Why you shouldn't let AI write your CV

5 things you shouldn't put in your CV summary

How intrapersonal skills can shape you

10 leadership traits that will catapult you straight to the top

Learn how to write a Fashion Designer CV with our simple guide

CV vs application form - what's the difference?

How to do a CV on your phone

How to write a Retail Manager CV (with example and template)

How to write a Customer Assistant CV (with example and template)

How to write a Civil Engineer CV (with example)

How to write a winning Operations Manager CV

How to phrase “please find attached my CV”

How many types of CV are there?

How to repurpose your CV for a new sector in 5 steps

Post-redundancy CV tips

Does your CV pass the seven-second test? Read our guide!

How to use LinkedIn to complement your CV

15 CV myths that you should completely ignore

How to use facts and figures on your CV

Should I include “references available upon request” in my CV?

How to write first class honours on a CV

How to write a graphic design CV (with example and template)

Top tips to declutter your CV

Strengthen your CV with these 15 essential team working skills

How to show promotion on a CV

How to write a CV for a part-time job: expert tips and advice

How to write a CV for a school leaver (with template and example)

Using colour on your CV: a quick guide to getting it right

How to write a CV for a 16-year-old (with examples)

How to brush up your medical CV

An academic Curriculum Vitae: how to write it

Certifications on your CV: how to list them - with examples

Professional experience: how to list it on your CV

How to write a leadership CV - with examples of leadership skills

How to write a professional summary for your CV

How to update your CV - even if you're not job hunting!

What should I put on my CV if I lost my job or got fired?

What is the best template for a CV and how do you know your CV looks right?

Why a traditional CV is still relevant in today's disrupted recruitment sector

Tips to address caring for family on your CV

Then and now: How have CVs changed over the years?

How to make any job sound impressive on your CV

CV tips for job hoppers

How to write a cover letter that has maximum impact - plus examples!

Wow recruiters with these CV tips from TopCV's professional CV writers

What is a chronological CV?

What's the financial benefit of getting a professional CV rewrite?

How to list publications on a CV (with example)

Should you pay someone to write your CV?

How to write a marketing CV

How to write a CV for a chef job (with example)

How to write a journalist CV (with example)

Can I lie on my CV?

TopCV writing services and how to choose the best one

Beat the New Year slump: how to kickstart a 2023 job search

How to get your CV in tip-top shape for a headhunter (before you resign)

6 powerful remote worker skills you need to land the job

The Great Resignation: Is now the time to resign?

5 signs you need a CV review

What's the difference between a CV and a resume?

Stephen Hawking's CV: Celebrating one of the greatest minds

What is a CV headline? (+ examples)

How to add volunteer work on a CV (+ examples)

How to include "gardening leave" on my CV

The best words to use in a CV

How to tailor your CV to a job description

CV help: Are you a Doer or an Achiever?

5 things to consider when looking for a summer job

What you should (and shouldn't) include in a charity CV

What makes a bad CV?

Should I reapply for a job that was reposted?

How to write a graduate CV after university

How do I put contact details on my CV?

Writing a cover letter? Start by cutting these clichés

How to submit your CV: 14 questions to ask before sending

5 tips to help you write a CV for a hospitality job

What should a CV look like?

How to write an executive CV in 2023 (with example)

9 things you should always include in a CV

6 tips for writing an ATS-friendly CV

7 common cover letter mistakes to avoid at all costs

How to overcome age discrimination when applying for a job

How to say 'Willing to Relocate' on your CV

6 ways to make your CV stand out

What File Format Is Best for Your CV? Pros + Cons

Everything you need to know about addressing your cover letter

Why is it so hard to find a job?

How long should my CV be?

7 ways to improve your attention to detail

What to do whilst waiting for your professional CV rewrite

What an expert CV rewrite did for these professionals

Understanding the TopCV process

What should a cover letter include? Start with these essentials

How to list awards and achievements on your CV (+ examples)

We helped this business owner to build the CV that's perfect for her

Should you disclose a disability on your job application?

How to explain a gap year on your CV

Do recruiters actually read cover letters anymore?

The ultimate guide to writing a CV in 2022

CV "tricks" that are actually traps

Should you put references on a CV?

How to Send a CV via Email (+Examples)

CV quiz: Do you know enough about CVs to land the job?

CV tips for a post-COVID job search

3 Ways on How to Upload CV on LinkedIn

How far back should your CV go?

How to start a cover letter: 5 great opening lines

How to Write Education in a CV?

What is the best font to use for a CV?

The best skills to include in a CV, with examples

Why you should update your CV ‒ even when you're not job hunting

How to Write a CV When You Are Changing Careers

What are transferable skills? (+ examples for your CV)

How to simplify your job search in 3 easy steps

How to write the perfect CV

Our careers expert answered your job-search questions

What job seekers say about working with a CV-writing pro

The difference between CVs and cover letters

How to list hobbies and interests on your CV

Why a professional CV writer can show you off - better than you can

4 powerful changes to improve your nursing CV

5 reasons a professional CV rewrite is worth it

You aren't entry level. Why is your CV?

Nightmare CV makeovers

How do CVs differ from country to country?

5 job-search steps to shorten your hunt

Do creative job titles help me stand out ‒ or hurt my chances?

It's OK to ask for CV help

Expertise or magic? The story of our CV makeover winner

How to write a CV when you want a remote job

How a professionally written CV can boost your job-search confidence

Avoid the CV black hole with these tips

Professional CV examples: from entry level to executive

3 reasons your DIY CV is holding you back

How can I tell if my CV is "ATS-friendly?"

3 ways a professionally written CV gives you a competitive edge

The jobs market is changing ‒ your CV should too

How to Write a Modern CV in 2022

Too much experience? Tips for when you're overqualified for jobs you want

Does your CV pass the 6-second test?

The worst things you can write on your CV

UK salary offers are rising ‒ how to make sure yours does, too

How do I know if my CV is working?

Why you shouldn't write your own CV

How to write a CV when you're self-employed

Busting myths: what you get from a free CV review online

How older workers can 'age-proof' their CVs

How to write a graduate CV like a seasoned pro

What you get from a professionally written CV

How to get the most from your professional CV writing service

Will a creative CV design help me stand out?

How to find the best keywords to use in a CV

Be prepared: how to recession-proof your CV

Fit for the top: We prepped this executive's CV for a high-level job search

How you can tell your best career story

How to upgrade your CV for a manager position

Words and phrases to remove from your CV right away

How to put hard and soft skills on a CV

6 CV writing tips that will turn your good CV into a great one

Should I include a photo of myself on my CV?

No interviews? How to improve your CV success rate

How to Put Freelance Work on your CV

5 signs it's time to hire a professional CV writer

How to explain a career break on your CV

CV versus LinkedIn profile writing: What exactly is the difference?

CV tips for recent university graduates

How to Proofread Your CV: 4 Ways to Avoid Grammar Mistakes

The absolute worst ways to address a cover letter

Meghan Markle's CV: a makeover before her big day

How to Write a CV for a Job with No Experience

Should I write my CV in the first person or third person?

How to write a personal statement for a CV

How to spring clean your CV in an afternoon

7 CV mistakes that make recruiters cringe

5 things to remove from your CV right away

What is the best CV format to use for my job hunt?

How to sell yourself on a CV without sounding arrogant

How to convert your CV into a resume

These CV mistakes are sabotaging your job search

How to avoid the 5 most common CV mistakes

Seven ways to optimise your CV and make a great impression

What are extracurricular activities on a CV?

How to decide which skills you should add to your CV

Explained: Why we added core competencies to your CV

Explained: Why we reformatted your job history

What Does 'CV' Mean and Stand For? Your Question, Answered!

Explained: Why we removed your charts and images

Explained: Why we removed your headshot

Explained: Why we shortened your CV to 2 pages