English Pen

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Help spread access to literature.

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English Pen, based in London, is the founding centre of a worldwide network of literary centres. Pen promotes  literary freedom. Support the freedom to write by joining this worthy charity.

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2 CV tips

• Desperation won't help you find a job
• Patience will help you find employment

3 CV tips

• Know your strengths
• Be dedicated to your work
• Be prepared to work hard and go the extra mile

4 CV tips

• Can you solve problems?
• Can you work in a team?
• Do you have good written and oral communication skills?
• Can you be flexible?

5 CV tips

• Emphasize the quality of your work
• Emphasize your strengths
• Highlight your skills, experience & education
• Define your professional skills & experience 
• Demonstrate the qualities that make you suitable for a certain position

6 CV tips

• What did you achieve in your last job?
• What did you achieve for your last employer or company?
• What are your accomplishments?
• What can you offer to a new employer?
• What makes you attractive to a new employer?
• Where can you make a difference?

7 tips for creating your CV

• Make a list of your skills, abilities & accomplishments
• List skills valuable to an employer
• Write a motivation statement - what interests you about a particular job
• Write a cover letter which will add value to your application
• List skills needed in a job or a particular company
• Make sure the CV has structure and focus
• Check spelling and grammar