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Lee Woodrow
- Mar 27, 2019
- 2 min
Deliver the WOW Factor With a Creative Style CV & Cover Letter
Deliver the WOW Factor with a Creative Style CV & Cover Letter. If you are not applying for jobs through applicant tracking systems (ATS) and you have the email address of your contact, you could potentially format your CV anyway you like. By using a sidebar with some simple graphic design you can improve the layout and show that you're not a sheep, you don't follow the heard and really stand out from the crowd. The most common way of applying for jobs is through job boards a
Lee Woodrow
- Dec 27, 2018
- 2 min
New Year - New CV, New Job
With the New Year on the horizon, many people have aspirations of finding a new job. But don't think it's just the moon or your spiritual cycle causing this feeling. There are important reasons for you to begin looking for your next opportunity... It's part of the general New Year, New You message which slips into almost every media outlet and people believe it! What should you do? Draw up a list of companies and organisations you would like to work for and list the positions
Lee Woodrow
- Nov 29, 2018
- 2 min
8 signs that show you need to prepare your CV
Throughout my 22 year career history, I have moved through 5 different sectors and worked all over the world for multinational organisations. One thing I know is that most corporations treat us like numbers and that you always need to be prepared for a shift in direction. How can you judge whether your job is likely to be affected by changes in the business climate? Here are some early warning signs to help: 1. Watch the money A pessimistic financial forecast for the business
Lee Woodrow
- Nov 21, 2018
- 3 min
How to prepare your CV for 2019
The new year is a peak time for job hunters, as those New Year’s resolutions about improving your career, achieving a better work-life balance and earning more money begin. It’s an extremely competitive time, so make sure you don’t fall on your first application. By brushing up your CV now, you can prepare for the new year’s rush. Heres how... The ATS Format CV Hiring Managers and Recruiters will be using ATS software in 2019 to scan CV's and filter out relevant profiles. Tha
Lee Woodrow
- Oct 23, 2018
- 3 min
Personal Branding & Your CV
Branding isn't only important for businesses, its also important for individuals and contractors trying to land a job or contract. In fact, personal branding has taken on increasing importance as society embraces creativity and individualism. Personal Branding allows employers to understand who you are professionally, what you deliver and what value you bring to the table. So how do you go about creating a personal branding CV? Here's how: Form a Strong Value Proposition Stat
Lee Woodrow
- Oct 16, 2018
- 1 min
Why contractors should build a personal brand?
Developing a recognisable personal brand opens many professional opportunities for self-employed contractors. Creating a vision for your future and implementing that vision can lead to: Better contracts Higher day rates Better contacts and clients for your small company Industry recognition and thought leadership If you’re looking for better contracts, you want your potential clients at your ideal company to associate your personal brand with something that that they need on
Lee Woodrow
- Sep 26, 2018
- 1 min
Reinvent Yourself - Video
Reinvent Yourself! I was asked yesterday about how I became a professional cv writer. 10 years ago, I was working in the Sahara Desert in Algeria on a Coiled Tubing Rig and an internal job came up that I wanted to apply for. After several people watched me writing my CV, I was asked to help write my colleagues. A few days later I had written a bunch of CVs and had made some decent money on the side. That’s when I launched my first website: Oil Guru! Oil Guru was an oil and ga
Lee Woodrow
- Jul 20, 2018
- 1 min
Applicant Tracking System CV's vs Creative Style CV's
Whats the difference between an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Style CV and a Creative Style CV? I offer my clients both options because there are two different ways of applying for jobs. 1. If you're applying for jobs through job boards, portals or careers sections of corporate websites you should use an ATS style CV so that it can be scanned by the "Robots" and flag you as appropriate for the role. This is a simple format, with a regular font that uses the correct titles f
Lee Woodrow
- Apr 16, 2018
- 1 min
Preliminary CV Screening by ATS Algorithms
Preliminary CV screening by Applicant Tracking System (ATS) algorithms. How to pass the test? Next time you apply for a job, will people or algorithms screen your application? Chances are it’ll be the latter, with applicant tracking systems reducing the time to hire. After all, one job ad can easily aquire hundreds of applications, many of which may be inappropriate, yet all must be screened in order to identify suitable candidates. My advice is to scan the job description an
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 19, 2018
- 1 min
Put the most important information on the 1st page of your CV
The 1st page of your CV is the most important and you have 20-30 seconds to grab the attention of the reader. Layout your information so its easy to read. Please like, share and comment to keep up to date with the latest business and personal branding ideas. Learn more here: www.bigger-fish.co.uk #CVWriting #BiggerFish #GreatYarmouth
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 18, 2018
- 1 min
Should I use an ATS CV Template?
When applying for jobs online, make sure you use a CV template that is Applicant Tracking System (ATS) compliant. i.e. Job boards and website career pages. It's estimated that more than 98% of fortune 500 companies use ATS to pre-filter candidates CVs and you typically require at least an 80% match on keywords to get through for human review. The keywords are a determining factor but so is having a CV / Resume that utilises an ATS friendly layout. To stand the best chance of
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 16, 2018
- 1 min
Should I hire a CV Writer to take care of my CV?
Although many people can write their own CV's, some struggle. With an in-depth consulation, a professional CV writer can totally transform your CV into a well structured document. Please like, share and comment to keep up to date with the latest business and personal branding ideas. Learn more here: www.bigger-fish.co.uk #HireaCVWriter #ProfessionalCVWriting #CVWriting #GreatYarmouth
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 15, 2018
- 3 min
The Road to Success - How to Land an Interview Fast!
I've been professionally writing CV's since 2008. Over the years I have picked up many techniques and methods which have enhanced the CV writing services that I offer. When I first started, the service was simple and all communication was completed over a string of emails. I found out that many CV writing companies were doing the same to keep overheads down and prices competitive. But there's a problem with this approach... You dont get to understand the true nature of your c
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 15, 2018
- 1 min
What do you call yourself on your CV?
"Be specific when writing your CV. Give yourself a clear label, ideally the same one as the job you are applying for. Its fine to adjust your title as long as you can justify this" Please like, share and comment to keep up to date with the latest business and personal branding ideas. Learn more here: www.bigger-fish.co.uk #CVWriting #ProfessionalCVWriting #BiggerFish #GreatYarmouth
Lee Woodrow
- Jan 14, 2018
- 1 min
A Sunday well spent brings a week of content
A Sunday well spent brings a week of content. Please like, share and comment to keep up to date with the latest business and personal branding ideas. Learn more here: www.bigger-fish.co.uk #BiggerFish #GraphicDesign #WebDesign #GreatYarmouth #CVWriting
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