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Writing a Cover Letter: Communicating with Clarity

08 Apr, 2026

Writing a cover letter may feel like a formal step in the application process, but it’s a valuable opportunity to go beyond your CV and communicate who you are more personally. While your CV outlines your experience, a cover letter explains why that experience matters and how it connects to the role you’re pursuing. It also offers a moment to reflect on your skills, values, and motivations, allowing you to present yourself with clarity and...

Crafting a Stand-Out Cover Letter: Tips for Capturing Employers' Attention

23 Jun, 2023

A well-written cover letter can be a powerful tool in your job search, giving you the chance to make a strong first impression and showcase your unique skills and experience. When crafted effectively, a cover letter can set you apart from other candidates and increase your chances of landing an interview. Here are some tips for writing the perfect cover letter that will capture employers' attention and help you stand out in the competitive...

30 steps to finding a new job (part 2)

08 Jan, 2021

How to build an online profile As well as posting jobs online, many recruiters will be actively searching for candidates, so here’s how to make yourself more visible in the right way: Upload your CV. If the job site allows, post your CV and allow prospective employers to view it. Use a Word or PDF format so it can be easily downloaded. It’s difficult to customise your CV in this instance, so make sure the template you use...

Is it worth relocating for a job?

08 Jan, 2021

It’s vital that you do your homework before you make a decision, especially if it means moving to a place where you don’t know anyone or if you need to sell a property. Below are some of the questions to consider. How well do I know the relocation area? It’s important that you research this carefully, taking into account issues such as size, culture, travel links, schools, churches and clubs. Does it have more to offer than your current...

The importance of a good cover letter

08 Jan, 2021

Even though we live in a pile-it-high and move-fast-recruitment culture, adding weight and focus to your application through a carefully crafted letter or cover email can be extremely advantageous. Most job boards accommodate this. I have also visited a number of larger employers' career sites, and each one I visited included a section for a covering note or letter of some kind. As an ex-recruiter, I’ll confess that we very often sped...

Cover letter dos and don’ts

08 Jan, 2020

For many job applications you will be required to write a cover letter to highlight and expand on key information from your CV. This is your opportunity to show that you fit the job description and are capable of fulfilling the advertised role. The aim is to persuade your prospective employer to invite you in for an interview and hopefully move you one step closer to getting the job. Here are some of the main dos and don’ts when it comes to...

Standing out from the job applicant crowd

15 Oct, 2019

You may have spent a good deal of time putting together a CV, but your cover letter will also play an important part in the application process. The purpose of your resume is to list your skills and experience. The cover letter is the bridge between the job description and your CV, explaining why your qualifications and skill-set equip you for this particular role. Within a 30-second period, your cover letter should convince the hiring...

How to handle a panel interview

18 Jul, 2017

You’ve just heard that you’re about to be interviewed by a panel rather than a single hiring manager and have gone into absolute panic mode. Whether you’ve never faced a panel before or have had a bad experience in the past, try to stay calm. There’s no reason why you can’t impress several people rather than one. Having said that, you will need to modify your interview preparation and communication style. Here are a few pointers that will...

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