Most job seekers make a very simple and quick choice for their references. They jot down a couple of managers from the past and then move onto the more important sections. No thought, no real preparation, but just a quick choice. Unfortunately there is a lot more too it than that if you want to get ahead of the competition. You could be up against 50, 60 or even 100 other applicants when you send your CV to the hiring

There are lots of ways you can gain valuable work experience, even if you are currently studying at college or university – you just have to get creative! As a student, there are lots of things you can do to help your situation – and your CV. Use voluntary work for your CV Voluntary work is a great way to get some experience for your CV. Whether it’s a local charity or a country park – you’ll always find work quickly

Creating a draft CV is one of the best ways to ensure your final version is of the highest quality. An initial draft will also allow you to focus on what you feel is important for a prospective job. Overall it will make it easier for you to filter out irrelevant information, and only keep the good stuff. Here’s a short guide on how to create a draft CV… Decide upon your sections The first thing you need to do