CVs now a mystery to the over-40sMoneycontrol.comMr Moreau says the inability to write a CV that will attract potential employers is not limited to any particular sector: many job seekers from all areas of business aged over 40 have CVs not fit for...
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"Mr Chappell adds that a CV and standard covering letter no longer work and the "spray and pray" method is no longer effective either. "You need to approach each application uniquely and individually," he advises.
I'm finding the vast majority of job search candidates - even at an executive level are in the "spray and pray" mode. Not being focused, specific, targeted in your response to job ads is a sure way for your resume to end up in the trash can. It's one of the key mistakes job seekers make. It's one of the core elements we talk about in our job search methodology titled "The Career Success Methodology".
Barry Deutsch
IMPACT Hiring Solutions