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Spring Clean Your CV in Three Steps

by CV TandT
11/04/202420/03/2025

It’s that time of year when you start spring cleaning around your house, but why not Spring Clean Your CV? It is always good practice to edit your CV as you go along, or every year to make it shine and stand-out. Luckily for you, we have three hidden secrets that will bring your CV back to life.

Get rid of out-of-date items

If you are a seasoned professional, there is no need for you to include entry-level positions or internships that you completed over 10 years ago.

Redefining Success: Why Job Titles Don’t Matter

by CV TandT
18/07/202320/03/2025

Have you ever felt discouraged from applying for a job because you didn’t think you were qualified enough based on the job title? Here’s the deal: rather than getting fixated on those titles, shift your perspective to focus on your remarkable achievements, invaluable skills and significant contributions.

Job titles can be flashy and sometimes miss the mark of what is expected of you or what it is that you ACTUALLY do.

Why You Need a LinkedIn Profile

by CV TandT
02/03/202320/03/2025

LinkedIn was launched in 2003 and has since grown to become the ‘World’s Largest Professional Network’, so it could be time to start using the platform to propel your own career.

As a social network, it acts similar to Facebook with your profile, engaging in groups, connecting with other professionals and joining discussions. But, many professionals neglect their profile and miss the opportunities that it can bring, especially now.

Impress Employers with these Interview Tips

by CV TandT
30/11/202220/03/2025

You’ve been asked to an interview and you start to panic. ‘I need to prepare!’ you say to yourself as you scan through your CV, hoping that you can find examples that put you in the best light. You look in your wardrobe to find a suitable outfit, write notes to help you remember your answers. What’s next?

Interviews can be stressful for some people and there are a few things that you can do to help calm your nerves, while also impressing your prospective employer:

New Service Announcement!!

by CV TandT
24/11/202224/11/2022

We are pleased to announce the re-launch of our Proofreading, Editing and Formatting service.

This is aimed primarily toward those who are:

Third-Level students writing their thesis / dissertation
Business Professionals who need help with contracts, handbooks or policies
Start-up companies setting up governance structures

What is the Best CV Font for your CV?

by CV TandT
24/10/202220/03/2025

CVs don’t need to be bland and boring. Choosing a font different to the default setting can change the visual appeal and layout of the entire document. Some fonts are warm, some are sophisticated. Expressing yourself on the page through words and snazzy font styles.

While you may choose a font style that appeals to you, some may impact the margins, spacing and content layout, as they all have different properties. To help you in your choice, we’ve put together some fonts that we use in the CV writing process:

Achieve the Best CV Format in 5 Easy Steps

by CV TandT
17/10/202220/03/2025

A major part of writing your CV is the overall design. To make an impact, it has to be consistent, not necessarily filled with graphical elements. You can add some colour, change the font, add company logos or little graphics in your personal details.

But, what is the best CV format? Here are 5 tips:

Highlight Your Education, Qualifications and Training (CV Writing Guide)

by CV TandT
01/06/202220/03/2025

How you represent this section on your CV has evolved. If you are an experienced professional, you may place this section at the end of the CV; but, if you are upskilling or looking to branch into a new industry, place it on the first page ABOVE your experience.

Are you a Graduate?

If you have completed third level education within the last 2 years, bring forward this academic experience by emphasising modules or projects completed. SHOW that you have the knowledge to make you stand out.Read More »Highlight Your Education, Qualifications and Training (CV Writing Guide)

Why Having a Strong CV will Boost your Chances of Graduate Employment

by CV TandT
11/08/201720/03/2025

2017 has seen a substantial… Read More »Why Having a Strong CV will Boost your Chances of Graduate Employment

15 Tips to Create the Perfect CV

by CV TandT
09/08/201720/03/2025

You found the ideal job and are preparing a CV to send to the employer. But, you realise that it isn’t as attractive as you thought it could be. If you fail to market yourself, you won’t be successful in grabbing that interview. Although a tedious task, you should always set aside some time to really plan out your CV, making it look professional and eye-catching to employers. That 2 hours spent on your CV could make our break your career.To get started, here are 15 Tips to help you create the PERFECT CV: