If you’re applying for jobs and not hearing back, your CV might be the problem. The biggest mistake I see is CVs that try too hard. Too much colour, too many graphics and fancy layouts make CVs harder to read and recruiters don’t have time to figure them out.

Recruiters and hiring managers usually spend only a few seconds scanning each CV. They are not looking for design or decoration, they are looking for clear, relevant information. A CV that is cluttered with images, columns and fancy formatting can actually make it harder for them to find what matters.

The beginning of the year is more than just a date on the calendar. It’s a fresh start, giving you a chance to set new goals and chase new opportunities. Whether you’re seeking better pay, improved work-life balance, or a job that aligns with your passions, making the leap can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.

As Christmas draws near and we gather with friends and family, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of exchanging gifts and celebrating the year gone by. But this festive season, why not look beyond the presents and focus on something even more valuable - your future?

An overly gaudy or decorative presentation can be more detrimental than beneficial. A visually cluttered CV can easily scare off potential employers who are looking for clarity and professionalism.

Our expert CV writer, Roz Fisher relies on journalism training and more than 30 years of professional writing experience to produce a CV that targets your dream job.

New job opportunities are available at this time of year. Prepare for a big change! Many people spend their Christmas break planning a career change. Take advantage of this. Spend the next few weeks sending your CV to companies you’re interested in. Even if they don’t have a listed vacancy, there may still be something available.

A CV should be a profile of who you are – your skills, your education, and your work experience. It’s not a design portfolio or a dating profile. There’s a standard and traditional CV layout for a reason. It’s easy to scan and an employer can see at a glance what they need to know – they don’t have to go searching through your designer CV to find out what your qualification is or where you’ve worked.

When it comes to your CV, you only get one chance to make a good impression. To increase your chances of landing the perfect job, here are some vital CV statistics that you need to know…

Are you considering immigrating so you can secure a better future for your family? If so, you’ve probably considered updating your CV – until you find out how much it’s going to cost to have an expert writer do it for you… But wait, other people out there are offering the same service for half the price, so surely it won’t make much difference who you use, right?

Imagine your CV is a cake … everyone can bake a cake, right? No really, it’s true – anyone can go online and find a recipe, or a video on YouTube, instructions on Pinterest… Easy! But unless you’ve actually baked a cake, it’s very difficult to know if you are on the right track…

A Migration Agent is not a professional writer I don’t believe you are given the best chance of success when the person writing your CV is not an HR expert, has little experience in recruiting and is certainly not a professional writer.

Do NOT include the words “On Request” anywhere on your CV. Employers have hundreds of applications and CVs to go through, they are not going to stop to call your referees, or to verify your work history prior to a certain year.

Do NOT include the words “On Request” anywhere on your CV. Employers have hundreds of applications and CVs to go through, they are not going to stop to call your referees, or to verify your work history prior to a certain year.

A CV template cannot tailor a CV to you. It can only provide the format for your new CV, but you are a lot more than a format. You have...

I often get asked if I write CVs for a particular industry or occupation, and thought this might be fun. This is a list of all the occupations I can remember.

There are many reasons people don’t want to admit they may have a CV problem. It’s easy to identify the people who have a problem with their CV. They are the ones who have applied for hundreds of positions with no results.

There are many reasons people don’t want to admit they may have a CV problem. It’s easy to identify the people who have a problem with their CV. They are the ones who have applied for hundreds of positions with no results.