Career tips & CV craft
Short reads to help you build a stronger profile and feel more confident when applying.
One-page or two-page CV? A rule that actually works
The one-page rule is half right. Here is when a CV should be one page, when two pages is the correct answer, and what to cut first when you are over.
10 CV mistakes recruiters spot in seconds and how to fix each
The 10 patterns that get a CV closed before it is read, with the quick fix for each. Run the 30-second review before you hit send.
Write CV bullet points that prove impact, not just duties
Recruiters skim bullets, not paragraphs. A simple Verb plus Object plus Result formula turns generic duties into evidence that you delivered.
Tailor your CV keywords to beat the ATS without keyword stuffing
Applicant Tracking Systems filter most CVs before a human ever sees them. Here is a 4-step method to match the job description without sounding like a robot.
Write a CV professional summary in 60 seconds
Recruiters scan a CV for about 6 seconds — and your summary is what decides whether they read on or close the tab. A 60-second formula for writing one that actually lands.