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Just some of the feedback from our 'Sorry not Sorry' corporate webinar that we are unapologetically going to place here for you to read. Details of all our workshops and webinars are on our website. bit.ly/4bzQlIp #clientfeedback #lifelonglearning #empowerment

Know you can do better on holiday? Better for you, better for your family. How about this time you take a real break, cut communications with the office, let your team step up and shine. Take the break you deserve. bit.ly/4eWY7Pb #boundarysetting #worklifebalance #work

Tempted to jiggle the keyboard this Monday morning to fool the productivity monitoring software? Proceed with caution. bbc.in/4ci8hsc #wfh #homeworking #worklife

We are often asked about cover letters. ▶Is one really necessary? ▶ What should you put in it? ⏩ Our CEO and founder Victoria McLean is quoted in Stylist Magazine on this very topic. bit.ly/4ckavY1 #jobapplications #careersuccess #jobapplications #jobhunt

This lady secured a new role after reaching out to City CV. She explains how our service is so much more than simply CV writing. "I felt that I'm not just another client ... they really cared about me." #careercoaching #interviewcoaching #careerconfidence #CVwriting #careers

🌈 "When everyone is included, everyone wins." Jesse Jackson. This podcast shares research into the experiences of LGBTQ+ employees and actions employers can take to foster diversity and inclusivity. mck.co/3RJet4d #EDI #inclusivity #Pride2024

With a new CV and LinkedIn profile, primed for NED roles, Graeme secured a role as Chair to the trustees for a charity. Transitioning to a new role where he can make a difference and bring his experience to the board. #careertransition #NED #CVwriting #trusteeroles #NEDcareer

A recent client kindly left us a video testimonial explaining how the City CV process secured her first paid NED role, and better still, it wasn't a long wait. #NEDcareers #careercoaching #Careergoals

The job market figures this week made for sombre reading. Job vacancies continue to fall. Employers talk of hiring freezes and redundancies, and every region in the UK is affected. It is important your CV and LinkedIn profile are in optimum condition. bit.ly/4aZYRzW

If you are sceptical of the value of having an optimised LinkedIn profile for your career, please take a minute to watch this video. Ultimately this candidate landed a new role on an increased remuneration package. #careeropportunities #LinkedInpresence #Careerservices

Volunteering is great for wellbeing and team building as well as for society. 3 tips from the International Institute of Directors and Managers: 1. Make it meaningful 2. Be planned 3. Get active Read more: bit.ly/4bW6vwf #volunteering #wellbeingatwork #VolunteerWeek

Our CV writers will always take time to understand your background and skillset before embarking on writing a resume that reflects your true value. #awardwinningCVwriters #CVwriting #careerchange

Our CEO Victoria McLean shared her advice on how to write a banking CV with eFinancialCareers, going into detail on format, content and even the preferred fonts. bit.ly/4aLcWkx #bankingCV #CVwriting

Our latest blog is now available on our website: 💻 'How to Represent IT skills in Your CV: Optimising for Impact (and Applicant Tracking Systems). #Careersuccess #CVwriting #CVtips

We were delighted to read this bit of #FridayFeedback on our Google profile. 3 new roles in 6 years is great testament to the services of our brilliant team. #interviewprep #careercoaching #CVwriting #Fridayfeedback #careerchange #careertransformation #jobmove #promotion

We’ve blurred the lines between work and our personal lives. If you’re thinking of making a change to support your mental health, now is the moment. Read more on how to move forward in our latest blog, bit.ly/4aj9KMV #wellbeingatwork #mentalhealthawarenessmonth2024

Our City CV team had a blast trying out laughter yoga for Mental Health Awareness week. Laughter truly is the best medicine. It’s important to prioritise your mental health and find ways to incorporate joy into the daily routine. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #LaughterYoga #CityCV

What's holding you back? Is it that you can't find your purpose? We regularly see people recognise their true purpose and build the confidence to go for it through career coaching. bit.ly/3Wtk5T5 #careercoaching #wellbeing

Here are three key areas to focus on if you seek a NED role; 1. Self awareness: understand your personal qualities and skills 2. Research: how boards appoint NEDs. 3. Invest in your personal brand, your LinkedIn profile and CV bit.ly/3Qx3tpQ #NEDroles #careers #NED

'Goalposting' is when you are working to an outcome and your manager changes the parameters. Frustrating. In this article Stylist cover three ways to manage it. The ultimate solution is to always have your CV in tip top shape, ready to go. #worklife #careergoals #CVwriting