Your CV and cover letter are your first communication with a prospective employer. As the job market has become increasingly competitive, making the right first impression has never been more important. If you compromise on the quality of your CV and cover letter, you greatly reduce your chances of winning an interview. This book, which will appeal to anyone from entry level to board level across all industries, encompasses a step by step guide on how to achieve killer competitive advantage by producing an impressive CV and cover letter. The job acquisition process, which has changed significantly in recent years, is discussed fully and effective job hunting tactics are provided. Interviews undertaken with top HR professionals, who are often the first point of entry, outline what you need to do to impress them. Their views and opinions are provided throughout the book. The book and CD are packed with practical examples of CVs and cover letters that have actually worked in real life. These individuals were struggling to win interviews prior to their CV revamp. Their new CVs secured several interviews, many of which resulted in job offers. The CD contains CV and letter templates, examples and full transcripts of interviews held with twelve industry experts from blue chip employers such as Vodafone, Tesco, KPMG, Korn Ferry and Jonathan Wren.
