Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:12:59 +0200 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:12:59 +0200 ContentFeeder 2.0 What to Keep in Mind  1. Don’t Sign Anything Right Away  If your employer presents you with a settlement agreement (VSO), take your time to review it carefully. This is a legally binding...]]> Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:11:23 +0100 Have you been job hunting and wondering why you haven't been able to land a job offer yet? Interview training is key when you're interviewing with international companies because they're different than US companies. Check out Together Abroad interview trainings to prepare for any interview questions you might have such as Where do you see yourself in 5 years? or Why did you choose your major? We created an entire system that turns your prospects from not interested to let's meet tomorrow at 2 pm. And one way is by making sure you're 100% prepared when it comes to interviewing...]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2022 11:19:13 +0200 Maslow's pyramid has been around for about 75 years, but it is still being used. According to Matt Buckland, we can also put it to good use in job ads. Maslow divided human needs into different layers: the higher needs are only addressed when the lower ones are fulfilled. What can we learn from this with regard to vacancy texts?

What is Maslow's pyramid?
In 1943, Maslow published a paper called "A Theory of Human Motivation" in the journal The Psychological Review. In it, he wrote that human needs must be met in a certain order before...]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:24:38 +0100

Terminating an employment contract through the court/UWV is time-consuming and expensive for employers. Therefore, many employers who need to reorganise their company will try to minimise dismissals by using an alternative process called termination by mutual consent. This is where the settlement agreement comes in....]]> Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:01:39 +0100

We are going French! Join our French Candidate Weeks

Une escapade en France… en restant aux Pays-Bas. Vous y trouverez croissants, baguettes et macarons ! Durant la quinzaine du 27 Septembre au 8 Octobre, nous organisons un rendez-vous de l'emploi pour les francophones, par des francophones. Vous pourrez écouter des leaders d'opinion et des experts qui partageront leurs connaissances sur des sujets tels que : Les différences culturelles entre la France et les Pays-Bas Le CV aux Pays-Bas Le droit du travail néerlandais ou encore, Comment utiliser LinkedIn efficacement Cet événement se déroulera entièrement en français et vous y rencontrerez d'autres...]]> Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:26:31 +0200
How do you leave a good impression, for example at a job application or at another important meeting? Professor of social psychology Roos Vonk wrote a book about how first impressions work and how people try to make a good impression. We picked out 10 practical tips to help you make a good impression.

The 10 tips

Tip 1: Understand how people make a first impression
In most cases a first impression is made automatically, without thinking about it. For example, we quickly know whether someone is confident or shy, spontaneous or closed, friendly or unfriendly, impulsive or indecisive. We deduce these things,...]]> Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:52:45 +0200 How to start an international career

If you came to this website and are reading this article, you are probably looking for a job outside your home country and looking for an international career, right? Building an international career abroad is a long-term process that can bring you many great experiences, benefits and personal satisfaction. However, it also demands hard work and complete dedication.

International careers do not just happen. They are planned carefully and built up over a while. It is a fundamental fact that international employers want you to have an international experience before sending you to work...]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:46:20 +0200

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We have the experience and flexibility to build a tailored outplacement solution that works for you. Personalised, flexible, results focussed and fit for the modern...]]> Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:25:14 +0200 ...]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2021 16:44:34 +0100
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Are you looking for another job and don't know what your competences are, where your interest lies and what your chances are in the job market?

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Intake and labour market scan
The program starts with a telephone intake and a labour market scan. In the telephone intake we discuss your...]]> Fri, 27 Nov 2020 16:17:43 +0100
What is an outplacement trajectory?
During an outplacement trajectory you go through different phases to come to a new, fitting job. At Together Abroad all trajectories have five phases, which you go through more or less extensively depending on your personal situation and needs.

What the trajectory will look like exactly, you determine in coordination with your personal coach. Because YOU are central to us! Then, during the outplacement trajectory, a planning is made. So that we can find a new and suitable job for you as soon as possible.

Together with...]]> Tue, 24 Nov 2020 14:33:36 +0100 SURVEY : Expat partners are an untapped source of highly-skilled labour

A survey of people who moved to the Netherlands to be with their partners who either lived or were posted here shows seven in 10 gave up their career or business to relocate. And despite claims that the Netherlands has plenty of jobs for international workers, almost seven in 10 said not speaking Dutch was a problem when trying to find a job.

‘Even though the official work in all the tech companies is done in English, the culture within the organisation compels you to learn Dutch or else...]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2020 11:21:20 +0100 Let us have a glance at the tips you should use to prepare efficient resumes. By following them, it would be much easier to clear the...]]> Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:59:35 +0200 Google for Jobs Is Coming to the Netherlands

Rumor has it that Google’s job search engine Google for Jobs is coming to the Netherlands. Is that true? Apparently yes, and very soon. Even though the service is available in a few countries, it is not fully available in Europe yet. On April 2019, however, Emerce reported that Google for Jobs was already being tested in the Netherlands and France. Richard Collins from ClickID, one of Google’s partners, told Emerce: “Google for Jobs is reportedly testing in the Netherlands and France, theoretically they could launch before the summer.”

Google for Jobs...]]> Wed, 15 May 2019 20:02:27 +0200 How to Attract Top Talent

‘Top talent’ is a buzzword that is thrown around a lot in the job marketplace. As the job market has grown naturally competitive, the demand for the best possible workers has grown exponentially. A wrong recruit can end up costing money, time and training if they turn out to be a bad fit, but on the other hand, companies want to know how to attract workers who will go above and beyond what is expected of them.

What Is ‘Top Talent’?

While the general idea of top talent constitutes an ideal employee, who performs or...]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2019 13:05:17 +0200
Conducting Work from a Distance

There are different scenarios when it comes to working from a distance—traveling from one city to the next, or one country to another, for a few hours, days, or weeks, or even relocating for a period of time. The key to improving your chances of competing for a job in another location, or conducting work from a distance, is to identify locations or job sectors where your line of work is in high demand.

Search for jobs in your expertise to standout and make your skills more valuable to an organization. Indicate in your CV...]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2018 14:17:40 +0200
Smartphone Recruitment and Your CV

Today’s job market is a fast-changing landscape. A recent CareerBuilder survey found that 2 in 5 professionals intend to leave their job at the end of the year, for a variety of reasons which include better salary and work life balance. This means that you should be able to apply for a new job at a moment’s notice. Smartphones make this process possible, so it is good to be aware of the ways in which you can utilise this technology to your advantage.

It’s been about 5 years since mobile phone sales overtook PC sales for...]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2018 13:58:01 +0200
We can say that a CV is the best possible written representation of who you are in professional terms. A good CV, however, is more than that. It represents your only chance to capture a potential employer’s attention in a few seconds, giving him or her the very first impression of you. And that impression is crucial. It will determine your gateway to an interview and possible further achievement of your desired job; or, on the contrary, your joining the long list of applicants rejected.

A professionally crafted CV has the power to get you noticed by highlighting your talents...]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:46:51 +0100

With little or no real job experience, it can be a daunting task for anyone to write their first CV coming straight out of college or university. In an already competitive job market, it can be hard enough to stand out without years of experience under the belt, and with job recruiters spending only an average of six seconds looking at a CV, it is imperative to put in the extra effort to write a polished CV that is sure to show off any relevant qualifications.

Although making oneself stand out is a common tip for CVs, it is also...]]> Fri, 10 Nov 2017 10:35:32 +0100

An interesting and informative CV can make all the difference between landing an interview for your dream job, and being passed over. There are multiple parts in a resume that are equally essential and can serve as a marketing tool to sell yourself to your future employer. One of these is personal development.

Based on the Maslow pyramid, personal development or so-called “self-actualization” is the most important need that each individual has. Due to our differences, people have diverse developmental targets; therefore, it is crucial in your CV to state the most critical ones for the job you are applying...]]> Thu, 02 Nov 2017 11:09:46 +0100

Tired of constantly being rejected? Getting the feeling that you might be making the same mistakes over and over again? There are many different ways on how to look for a new job and, in general, how to approach it. Below are tips on how to make your life easier when finding a new job.

1. Update your resume and LinkedIn profile.
The reason to focus on LinkedIn is because of its position – it is one of the top networking sites for professionals. Furthermore, there are more than 414 million users among whom there are many recruiters and company...]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2017 09:52:39 +0200
Having started out as a career innovation by Leonardo da Vinci in 1482, CVs have continued to evolve over the last 500 years with trends changing as recently as ten years ago. Although they started out as a formality, CVs are now an expected part of any job application and it is up to candidates to continually adapt their CVs to meet the current demands of potential employers. Job candidates today still experience constantly changing expectations from employers in regards to what they want to see in a CV; currently, CVs place more of an emphasis on personal branding instead...]]> Fri, 18 Aug 2017 10:09:54 +0200
“As Gregor Samsa awoke from unsettling dreams one morning, he found himself transformed in his bed into a monstrous vermin”.. This is an excerpt from The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka and is currently ranked among the greatest opening lines of books, according to The Telegraph. In less than 30 seconds the potential reader is already asking who is Gregor Samsa and what has happened to him. The chances are that whoever read the first line would buy the book and read the story to find out the mystery behind it. But why is this important?

First impressions matter – whether...]]> Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:03:56 +0200
Nowadays, the proper construction of the online professional persona is significantly crucial for job seekers, as most companies and recruiters use professional platforms, and especially LinkedIn, to find the best candidates. Thus, people who want to find a job online join LinkedIn, try to create effective online profiles, build a circle of business contacts, and market themselves.

If you fit this category, then let us see how to best present your online profile.

1. Picture, Headline and Summary

To begin with, a LinkedIn profile has a specific structure that resembles a traditional resume, starting with a single (formal) photograph of...]]> Thu, 08 Jun 2017 15:57:43 +0200 One of the most important employment tools for job seekers and companies in the future... employers want to know that you'd fit into the company culture, want to know about you before inviting you for an interview.
Video CVs or VCVs have become an important employment tool for job seekers and employers everywhere. With an incredibly competitive job market, a VCV is just the right tool to make you stand out as a candidate. Personality is often hard to show through traditional paper CV. Before inviting you for an interview, employers want to know that you will fit into their...]]> Fri, 19 May 2017 10:38:10 +0200 As experienced jobseekers will have discovered, the most important step on the road to landing a job is to write that killer CV that gets you noticed in the first place. However, in a competitive industry like software development that prioritises specialised technical knowledge, some of the traditional rules for CVs do not work very well. Here are some tips to help you adjust your CV to the software development market.

Firstly, limit your CV to one page. Due to the competitive nature of the software development industry, a recruiter will review hundreds of candidates for a single position. A...]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:59:34 +0100 Keywords are a core part of your CV. Without themyou will not have much luck with your job-hunting. A recent study showed that recruiters spent on average about 6.25 seconds looking at a candidate’s CV before deciding if they are right for the job. According to CareerBuilder, hiring managers and human resource staffers spend a little longer reviewing CVs, with 68% looking at application resumes for about 2 minutes before making a decision. Regardless of which is closer to the truth, one thing for certain is that your CV does not receive as much attention as you might expect. Therefore,it...]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2017 21:48:01 +0100 A properly written CV is a must for all kinds of jobs.However, if you apply for a job in Human Resources, then a perfect CV is crucial. After all, once you are hired, you might be the one who has to judge the CVs of potential new employees.

Read the job description thoroughly and carefully, so that you write down in as much detail as possible only the necessary criteria required. Make a complete picture of the hard skills such as education level, work experience, and language skills; and soft criteriasuch as empathy, conflict management or team player that they...]]> Tue, 03 Jan 2017 14:11:26 +0100 So you have found a job post online that you like and want to apply for. Before you do, though, briefly consider whether you are applying directly on the potential employer’s website, or through a recruiting agency, because based on which of the two it is, the application process and the documents you need for it, may differ.

Applying Directly at a Company

You are applying for a specific position, so your application should be tailored accordingly. Keep in mind that you will have to spend some time on it. Read the ad carefully to get an idea about which...]]> Mon, 26 Dec 2016 22:54:47 +0100 We all know that it is important to tailor a CV using your attributes and accomplishments to perfectly fit the job you are applying for. The daunting task is converting those multiple, specifically tailored CV’s onto one LinkedIn profile that includes details for any job you might want, but is not so convoluted that it turns people off. It is a fine line to walk. A CV includes the highlights of your schooling and career, and then only the important and relevant information for the job which you are applying to. It is about quality, not quantity, and sometimes less...]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2016 10:48:46 +0100 It is a well-known fact that tailoring your CV to the position you are applying to,as well as the company you are applying to, is extremely important. Those looking for a job in a finance position should not have a similar CV to someone looking for a sales position or an operations management position. With that in mind, what are managers looking for to fill finance positions? How are these different from the sales and operations management positions regarding what is expected on a CV?

Most of the outline will stay the same for any position you are looking to...]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2016 10:01:49 +0100 Whether you are looking to break into the executive/management world, or are already there, but want to make a horizontal career leap, you will be faced with the question of what to do with your CV. The obvious approach would be to simply update it by adding your recent position and hit the upload button, but that might ultimately undermine your efforts.

Instead of giving your CV just a minor facelift here and there, you should consider a total redo. While some of the old CV-writing truths remain valid (such as tailoring your CV to each vacancy you apply for),...]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2016 09:43:17 +0200

One of the most important rules when updating or writing your C.V. is to tailor it to the job and company that you are applying for, and sales is no different. While it should be structured similarly to any other C.V., there are a few things that you can change to make yours stand out from the crowd. After all, being noticed and called for an interview is the most important outcome.

Personal Details

Having the correct contact information on your C.V. is extremely crucial. I would not expect a company to pursue you much further if they dial a...]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:52:01 +0200
You may have been in Customer Relations for a while and are looking for a new work environment and/or bigger pay, or maybe you are just looking to enter the industry. Whichever the case, you will need an impeccable CV to outrun the competition and make a hit. So how do you know what is relevant and how to put it down?

Take the time to research what skills are recruiters looking for on your customer relations CV. This is usually a mix of directly relevant and transferable skills. Ideally, here is where you show off your previous experience in...]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2016 11:49:00 +0200 There are countless examples on the web on how to make a good CV, giving tips on what information should be provided and the layout differs immensely, depending on the industry. When it comes to stylistics and content there are not many set rules. Certain information like social security numbers and bank accounts are best left out, other information like nationality and gender can be left out too.

There is no right or wrong CV, but adaptions can increase or even decrease ones chances. A classic layout can be considered boring and plain when applying for a designer’s position; a...]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2016 11:27:01 +0200

The best of us are overwhelmed with fear at the thought of updating our Curriculum Vitae, commonly known as CV. The first step to combat CV phobia is to understand there is no such thing as a perfect CV. How is that supposed to make you feel better? Each appealing position requires an equally attractive candidate CV that stands out from all the rest. Making your CV standout can simply entail avoiding common mistakes. This does not mean you must write a new CV from scratch for every position, but rather make your CV relevant to the position you are...]]> Mon, 27 Jun 2016 11:45:58 +0200

Writing a technical CV can be a tricky task. The difference in comparison to a regular CV is that it must be tailored to apply for a specific position, usually a technical one like engineering or IT. There are a number of things that a good technical CV should include to make it look presentable and professional. It is essentially the primary stage of a screening process, so think of it as a blind interview.

The first thing at the top of any CV should be personal details and contact details, and these should be clear and legible. Make sure...]]> Thu, 19 May 2016 12:17:51 +0200
Looking for a job? Waiting for the perfect time to move? Are you passively searching and quietly looking around yourself? In this case, you have probably updated your resume. This can be quite difficult. What can you put in there? What shouldn't be in there? How would you describe your business mentality? What exactly are the recruiters looking for? Here are my tips and tricks, as a recruiter, on how to help you further!

Before you next update your resume, it's best to forget everything you've done as quickly as possible. The power of a good resume begins by writing...]]> Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:10:32 +0100 A CV needs to be neat and clear. It needs to appear professional, because not only is it important to present the right information in your cv, this information also needs to be presented within the right layout. This means that CV’s are often written in a simple black font with an uncomplicated layout.

However, a cv does not always need to be unoriginal in order to be clear. There are certain layout changes that can have a positive impact on getting your CV noticed.

Highlight Your Name

Instead of listing your name in your contact information, along with your...]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2016 10:33:09 +0100 When I see a French CV my very first thought is, “why so little?” I am sure the candidate has a lot more relevant experience, but how come I don’t see it on their CV at all? Let’s start from the beginning, and see what differences can be found between Dutch Cvs and French Cvs.

1. Personal details
In a typical French resume, about ¼ of the page is taken by personal details and their picture. by personal details, I am referring to name, date of birth, and contact details. However, French candidates have the tendency to TOO much information...]]> Thu, 04 Feb 2016 14:55:38 +0100 As an MBA graduate, you would be highly valued by the job market worldwide. But have you checked all the details on your CV? The followings are the common mistakes that applicants may have.

Achievement driven CV
MBA students try so hard to stand out that their CV turns into the Superhero’s biography. A good recruiter will be able to acknowledge your outstanding performance if you are clear in the description of your previous responsibilities. You don’t need to highlight in every sentence how excellent, outstanding and superb you were, while performing them and that you were a winner of...]]> Thu, 03 Dec 2015 12:18:21 +0100
Your resume is your primary marketing tool and is often the first impression an employer will have of you.
It highlights your skills and work experience and will communicate to the hiring manager the values and competencies that you can bring to their organization thus determining whether or not you will progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.

The aim of your resume therefore, should be to persuade recruiters and hiring managers to see you as valuable and to invite you for the job interview.
Each country is unique in its requirements as far as resume writing goes and if you...]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2015 10:05:46 +0100 In order to prevent discrimination in the recruitment of personnel, it has long been a consideration to remove birth dates and names from CVs in The Netherlands. Although this has not yet happened within The Netherlands, this is already something more concrete in England, as more and more companies hide the names of candidates in order to avoid discrimination and to build a more diverse workforce.

The British Prime Minister David Cameron recently announced that universities should remove the names of students on registration forms to avoid unconscious discrimination against minorities from 2017. He also called on employers to follow this...]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2015 13:50:48 +0100 When comparing a Dutch CV to an American resume, one can seem almost naked compared to the other, depending on how you evaluate the two. Thee major differences between CVs and resumes are their purpose, length, and layout.

A Dutch CV (Curriculum Vitæ, which means course of life in Latin), mirrors the culture: it’s direct and to the point. In the Dutch work environment, direct and straightforward communication seems to work best and this spills over to the CV. A typical CV can be up two pages, as it includes a great deal more than just your career biography; it...]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2015 13:06:55 +0200 Applying for your first real job can be a tough challenge, especially if you don’t have the required experience. Finding yourself stuck in a Catch 22, where you need to find a job to gain some experience, but before that you need some experience to land that dream job can be quite frustrating. However, there is no need to get desperate, just stay positive and persistent in your job search and follow some useful tips on how to write your CV under such circumstances. Layout of your CV
The standard layout of a CV has a chronological order where the...]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2015 12:54:08 +0200 A A Curriculum Vitae is a long-established and important part of the job seeking process. Without a CV, an employer will never know what you have accomplished, or what you are capable of doing. Likewise, without a letter attached, nothing makes your application stand out from the crowd. A CV and its accompanying letter can often make or break your application, and can ultimately decide whether or not you get the position you are applying for. Here are a few quick tips to help you write an outstanding CV letter.

Before we go on, it’s important to determine if you...]]> Mon, 05 Oct 2015 11:14:01 +0200 Landing a job in a foreign country can be tough, especially if the application doesn't comply with the general requirements of the labor market in the respective country. Every year thousands of German expats face the question of how to adapt their CV and motivation letter to the Dutch standards.

Isn't everything the same over there?

Fortunately for the Germans, the Dutch CV indeed doesn't differ too much from the German one. Likewise to the German CV the Dutch contains personal details, education and work experience as well as language and computer skills. Personal interests or hobbies are considered as...]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2015 12:09:28 +0200 For the Dutch labour market, it is suggested to include a short introduction about yourself in your CV. However, often people find it quite difficult to decide what to write about in this short text, especially when they are applying for a job in the Netherlands for the first time. Here's how you can start:

The passage should be located right below your personal details. Give your text a short head line. For example, it could be called "Personal Profile", "CV Summary" or "Resume Introduction". This head line depends on the design of your CV and if it’s even needed...]]> Mon, 13 Jul 2015 12:21:17 +0200 When preparing your CV, always take into account the origins of the company you are applying to. Is it a Bulgarian organization with offices situated in The Netherlands? Is it a Dutch company doing business in The Netherlands? A good understand of the mentality of the company will help you create your CV appropriately for the people who are going to read it. Here you can find some general CV differences between Bulgaria and the Netherlands.

1. Content
General candidate’s CV must include: personal details, education, work experience, language skills and computer skills. However, that is usually enough when preparing...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2015 12:44:28 +0200 1. Your CV is full of misspellings and grammar mistakes
You've got the chance to show the recruiter how conscientious you are. Don't miss out! A Resume with spelling or grammar mistakes gives the impression that you have not taken your application seriously or that you simply do not work accurately. Show your CV to others – often they see mistakes you have not yet realized, especially if you are not writing the application in your native language.

2. The CV is way too long
Great tip to keep in mind is that the recruiter probably does not have much time. Rewriting...]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2015 11:17:04 +0200 You have probably noticed that CV/ Resume in every country have its own specific fine points. Therefore when applying for a job in Netherlands, it is good to know the main differences between your original CV/Resume and the Dutch one.

We start our CV comparison with an English (United Kingdom) CV.

Photo or no photo?
First, there should be a professional photo on the Dutch CV. It may sound peculiar for job hunters/expats from the UK, where almost all CVs do not contain a photo. It is considered that a photo on the CV will make a selection process biased...]]> Wed, 10 Jun 2015 11:07:50 +0200
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Record your own personal CV-Clip and beat the competition on 11th of june WTC The Hague

Nowadays the competition in the job market is getting BIGGER and BETTER and more and more people are applying for the same position. We want the candidates to stand out, increase their chances to get hired and make an unforgettable first impression even before meeting the interviewer. 



For that we want our candidates to show something that words can’t; Show that they are MOTIVATED, RELIABLE and CONFIDENT.

One can write about having these skills, BUT there is nothing that will prove it...]]> Sat, 06 Jun 2015 22:17:43 +0200 Top Ten CV Tips

1. Make a Master CV, a CV with all of your experience and achievements listed. You may find it easier to organize/collect this in a folder or box rather than one document. It is easier to pull out the elements for a targeted CV when you have all the elements together in one place.

2. Research each specific position and its requirements for which you plan to apply as preparation for writing your CV. Make sure you fully understand the qualifications they are asking for and to what extent you meet these qualifications.

3. Target your...]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2015 18:27:35 +0100 We have all come across those beautiful curriculum vitae templates reminiscent of an online dating profile. The question is, do we take the risk and try a new format or do we stick to our safe basic CV? This, of course, depends on the position you are applying for. If the company is historically conservative and the position requires strict professionalism, perhaps bubbly graphics will only decrease your chances of an interview. But before you throw away your creative ideas, try some slight changes and updates that are possibly the slight edge you need to make your CV more appealing.  Color...]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:59:09 +0100 Imagine you are an employer evaluating over a hundred curriculum vitae’s, or CVs and the same cliché words or phrases are repeated like a bad pop song. With that in mind, as candidates we should be more cautious with our word choice. The following list is a warning for those plagued with mechanical CV writing: Worked: When at a loss for words it seems best to describe your work with the common phrased “worked on/with/for”, which is a step away from saying you simply “did” something. Think of what the actual task is such as: organized, assisted, strengthened or finalized. ...]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2014 16:44:31 +0100 The best of us are overwhelmed with fear at the thought of updating our Curriculum vitae, commonly known as CV. The first step to combat CV phobia is to understand there is no such thing as a perfect CV. How is that supposed to make you feel better? Each appealing position requires an equally attractive candidate CV that stands out from all the rest. Making your CV standout can simply entail avoiding common mistakes. This does not mean you must write a new CV from scratch for every position, but rather make your CV relevant to the position you are...]]> Fri, 07 Nov 2014 13:08:09 +0100 How to Bridge a Gap in your CV

If you have been out of paid employment for a while, there is a possibility that in the near future that you will be asked the question “Why have you been out of work so long?”

Now, this question might sound to you like you are on trial and that everything you say will be used against you but with a little bit of preparation and some creativity you can leverage this interview question and use it to your advantage.

CV gaps may occur for a wide variety of reasons. They could be...]]> Mon, 12 May 2014 10:21:49 +0200 How to make a good resume?
Short and sweet

A good resume can make the difference between an invitation for an interview and a standard letter of rejection . It is thus a powerful "weapon" where you have to time stabbing . In Your resume contains summarized information about yourself , which others quickly get a picture of you .
Adjust your CV to the job you are applying for and keep it as short as possible . A resume is meant to be read quickly. Detailed information can be lost in the interview . If it is the job...]]> Fri, 21 Feb 2014 17:20:50 +0100