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writes: i know this isnt to do with relationships but ive seen that this site is just soo helpful!!i really need a bit of help with writing a CVive just left school and am looking round for jobs as im bored stupid and also need a litle cash before going back to school for 6th form in september. but ive got no idea were to start. ive googled it, ive seen templates and im really fretting! ive never been any good at writing anything and i really gettin annoyed with this. can anyone give any tips for a good CV? Reply to this Question
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reader, DrPsych  +, writes (25 June 2008):
 I think the others have made some good points. There are many templates available for a CV on the internet. You should spell-check your CV and have the grammar checked because I have personally rejected candidates for jobs in the past just because they have sent me something with errors in it. As a school-leaver, no employer would expect you to have a CV miles long. Go to a couple of temping agencies as they may have short-term contracts available. Think about what skills you have for your CV: computing, typing, any other languages studies at school etc.
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reader, Midge +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Some years ago I went and had someone professionally write my cv for me. It cost a bundle but it is well worth it. If you want, send me your details and I'll email you a template.
Put it this way, every job I have ever applied for, I have gotten because of my cv. It was worth every penny I spent to get it.
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reader, anonymous, writes (25 June 2008): I think you can get help for free at your local government youth centre "Connections". The government has provided information on CV's here http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/YoungPeople/Workandcareers/Gettingyourfirstjob/DG_066151
Libaries, schools and colleges and your local job centre also run sessions and provide advice on creating CV's. Contact any of these services and they will give you advice. Good luck.
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reader, Manximus  +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Hi hun.
I usually write my friends' CV's for them and would be happy to help you. If you like, I can send you a 'mock' CV. Then you can just paste it into a word document and edit the details yourself to suit your requirements.
Other aunts and uncles here have given some really good advice, but a couple of issues have not been added. I will list them here:
I would recommend against using the words CURRICULUM VITAE as your header.
Any employer looking at a CV will know what it is, without having the words shoved at them. I know some eployers who would just discard CV's of that nature.
I think it is best to start your CV with your name, address, telephone number and email if possible.
Try to keep your CV to a maximum of 2 - 3 sheets of paper, 2 if possible. Try to keep it minimal, but be sure to include important details. Also, do not print on both sides of the paper.
Best of luck
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reader, bammy  +, writes (25 June 2008):
 Don't get you're self in a twist all CV's arent the same heres a brief list of whats on my cv it mite help.
Start off with CURRICULUM VITAE as your heading..
Then put in your personal details such as name address & contact number email or whatever way you can be contacted
After personal details put down your education details what schools,when u attended & dates also what exams or certificates you have.
Then goes training, if you've done any courses Etc
don't forget from what date to what date as employers want to see that you've always been doing something.
Then theres work experience if you've done any, dates, names of where & what you did on the job
At the end its nice to put your hobbies & interests & two referees,names addresses & phone numbers.this is just so an employer can find out how good you are & it helps both you and them with their employment.
TIPS: when putting down education,training & work experience always put down what you did last to be first on your cv & what you did first to be last.
Hope this helps in someway if you need any more help don't hesitate to ask,
Best of luck with the CV & Job hunting x
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reader, sarcy24 +, writes (25 June 2008):
 I do this for a living so if you would like help send me a private message and I will do your CV for nothing give you some pointers/ tips.
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reader, mikejb73 +, writes (25 June 2008):
 hi there...i am a recruitment consultant so think i can help you...make sure you make your c.v. as appealing as possible and sell yourself well!! start with personal details such as name,address etc thenadd a bit of a profile about yourself what motivates you past work experinces etc...then add your school qualifications..extra qualifications and any work experience you may have done...hope that helps and good luck in your job hunting!!!
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