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[Featured Image] Job applicant works on a CV with a colleague.

CV Examples: How to Find the Right CV Type

Explore different CV examples and when you should and shouldn’t use them. Discover general tips on how to write a great CV, including ideas on layout, ATS compliance, and what to include.

November 11, 2022

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[Featured Image] A job seeker sits in her kitchen with a laptop and paperwork while learning about the proper CV format.

How to Format a CV: UK CV Format Guidance

Discover more about CV formats and layouts, including where to place what information to create a winning CV design. Learn more about four different types of CV formats to choose the best for your situation.

November 11, 2022

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[Featured Image] A job seeker sits in their kitchen and uses a laptop to research a CV template.

CV Templates: How to Use Them and Powerful Examples

Discover how to use CV templates to improve your chances of crafting a winning CV. Explore how to choose the right CV template for you and how to tailor your CV to job roles.

November 11, 2022

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[Featured image] A hiring manager reviewing an CV with a video applicant

How to Write A CV That Employers Pay Attention To

A CV, or a curriculum vitae, is a tool you can use to introduce yourself to future employers. Discover how to write a CV below, including what to put on it, how to write a CV tailored to a job, and the factors that take a CV from good to great.

November 11, 2022

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[Featured Image]: A job applicant works on a laptop while drinking tea by a window.

Skills for CV Writing: Top Skills to Include on Your CV

The best skills to put on your CV are the hard and soft skills you possess that are relevant to the job you're applying for. Use this guide on skills for CV writing to identify the key skills for your CV as well as how and where to include them.

November 11, 2022

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[Featured Image]: Computer science degree recipient performing duties as a cloud engineer.

Computer Science Degree Jobs in Emerging Technologies in 2026

A computer science degree can lead to a variety of exciting roles in emerging technologies, like AI, robotics, cybersecurity, UX design and computer forensics. Read this guide from Coursera to see your career options.

November 11, 2022

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