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R1stu
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PostPosted: 21:07 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Job required ASAP!! (CV Help) Reply with quote

Right things are getting worse at comet. My boss has now offered to pay me off to leave the company, as I voiced an opinion of what people really think of him and how he manages.

I would walk out ASAP a long time ago too. However I need to find a job first.

Before you say go and look for one, I have. I have been looking for the last year, but cant seem to find one! I have applied for so many jobs on the internet.

What I am after is some sort of IT based job, along the lines of;

* 1st/2nd line technical support.
* Field engineer.
* PC Building.
* Repairs.
* Web designer (jr.)
* Database designer.
* Jr. VB programmer.

I want out of retail. The boss is a D*ck and I have been told to seek legal advise about this "pay off" as well.

Apparently my CV also sucks, so I would like CONSTRUCTIVE comments on how to improve it, as my English is not amazing!

Thanks

Stuart
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dibbster
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PostPosted: 21:28 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

You might find some help here.

https://www.alec.co.uk/cvtips/

One thing that is missing is personal details

eg D.O.B, Driving license etc.

Hope that's of some help?
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Inglesina94
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PostPosted: 21:40 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

Looked at your CV and sent you a PM with some suggestions.

Best of luck!! Thumbs Up
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G
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PostPosted: 22:37 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

First major thing that will get your cv used for the bin-basket ball:

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I hope to become successful in the computer world. To reach management level within a large company.

At current I am looking towards studying the A+ systems technician qualification

Empoyers aren't going to want to employ someone that wants a better job to start with... it may be a long term goal, but you're basically after their job.
They want someone that will work in the job offered. That sounds like you will be wanting to move up fairly quikly.

A better target might be something along the lines of improving your IT skills.

When you mention you're studying towards a relatively basic qualification it makes it sound worse... ie you don't know much but want a lot.


Generally you should write a cv specifically for a job, or at least for a type of job, ie IT helpdesk.

Will have a proper look tomorrow if I have some time.
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R1stu
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PostPosted: 22:43 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks to all for the info and I am taking it all on board!

Do any of you know of any jobs that I can apply for in these fields anywhere?
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MikeyC
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PostPosted: 22:55 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

where u been looking for jobs stu? what kinda websites? I found 1 job previously through reed.co.uk and then found my current job through BCF!!! I'm sure thats a first - Korn, take note, a BCF first!!!
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Mattastic
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PostPosted: 22:59 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

www.totaljobs.com

www.cvchecker.com
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R1stu
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PostPosted: 23:06 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

I currently Get jobs from www.gisa-job.co.uk
and also www.reed.co.uk Very Happy
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PostPosted: 23:26 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

www.monster.co.uk is a good site too
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karen_moomin
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PostPosted: 23:29 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

Not to boast, but I am the CV queen Laughing

I'll have a look at it over the weekend and see if I can modify it or make suggestions.
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DukeRed
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PostPosted: 23:36 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

If you actually go to the agencies in person they will be more likely to put you near the top of the pile. Go there alot, sound enthusiastic and friendly. Thats what I did and it paid off so worth a try.

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PostPosted: 23:42 - 03 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

if you have got a fork lift license I can get you a job if not scan mine and change the name. or theres jobs at pizza hut I can just see you on a sh50 hacking round at 30 mph hehe Laughing
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Mrs Kickstart
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PostPosted: 00:11 - 04 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi,

My CV which has been successful up to now has

Page 1 - Personal details surname, first name, address, dob, driving licence, state of health.

Page 2 - a brief description of my skill profile and the job I want.

Page 2/3 job history in reverse order, qualifications and interests. Only a couple of paragraphs tailored to the job advert if possible.

re-order you qualification to put the best marks and most relevant qualification at the top of the list.

Make sure each page has a footer with you name and number of pages. This is beacuse personel departments and agencys will remove the personal details page before circulation or scribble them out (hence a seperate page). Number the pages so if they get seperated with a load of others it is obvious and can be found.

Stick to white paper and black text as it copies best on worn out copiers.

Some employers wont like you having a business on the side as it could interfere so make it clear it is a past enterprise. Also be aware that for large companies they will have copyright on all the work you do while you work for them in or out of work time.

Good luck

Charlotte
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R1stu
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PostPosted: 20:47 - 04 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks folks! Even more urgent now I have this interview!
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PostPosted: 18:40 - 05 Jun 2004    Post subject: Reply with quote

My cv seems to do quite well-ish, u can browse through it and see what ya think. originally it was my bro's cv years ago and ive beeen using the same kinda template since 97. using it at the mo and im going after IT support jobs as well.

personally I like using the Reed.co.uk webiste, but you should also check out jobserve.co.uk.

If any one knows of an IT vacancy feel free to PM me Smile
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