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With a decade’s experience of writing about job search and recruitment topics, Paul understands the power of words to influence mindsets and alter destinies. His previous recruitment career taught him that the seeds of a successful job search are sown long before you come to writing your resume. Dad of two great teenage kids and husband to a long-suffering writing widow.

Published in Cover Letter

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to end a cover letter (examples & tips)
Elevate your job application by learning how to end a cover letter effectively. We'll review our top tips and examples to help you craft a conclusion that stands out from the crowd and gets you hired faster.
How to end a cover letter (examples & tips)
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14 min read

Published in CV Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

ChatGPT CV writing: how & when to use ChatGPT
Shape your professional future and elevate your job search with a standout ChatGPT CV. We'll help you learn how to leverage AI to take your career to new heights.
ChatGPT CV writing: how & when to use ChatGPT
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13 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

What is a cover letter?
A well-written cover letter can help you stand out from the crowd and get you noticed by employers faster.
What is a cover letter?
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6 min read

Published in CV Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

What are interpersonal skills? Our comprehensive guide & job-winning top tips
Getting along with others is one of the keys to professional success, but what are interpersonal skills, and how can we use them in our CV to best convey our professional potential? How can we use our interpersonal skills to get the job done? What specific interpersonal skills does the job need?
What are interpersonal skills? Our comprehensive guide & job-winning top tips
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8 min read

Published in Career

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to write a resignation email 2024
Remote working may mean resigning via email. Here's how to write one that helps get the job done.
How to write a resignation email 2024
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7 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

20 questions to ask at the end of an interview
The end of the interview is your chance to ask questions. Here are our top 20 best questions to ask!
20 questions to ask at the end of an interview
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8 min read

Published in CV Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Technical skills for a CV: our top tips & examples
There are certain jobs that require a whole level of varying technical skills and expertise. Whether you’re pursuing a career in STEM, IT or engineering, we can help you tap into your skillset and show-off your professional strengths to potential employers.
Technical skills for a CV: our top tips & examples
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12 min read

Published in CV Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Best CV formats (2024)
When creating a convincing CV, there are three main CV formats to choose from: Reverse chronological, functional and combination CVs. Curious as to which CV format is best for you, or want to know more about each CV format? Our guide can help you choose the best CV format for you!
Best CV formats (2024)
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5 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Behavioural interview questions: tips, tricks & examples
Successful applicants are well-prepared for questions employers may have for them: with cvapp.nz, we’ll help you improve your chances of securing your next job role.
Behavioural interview questions: tips, tricks & examples
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5 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to write a cover letter: (NZ) tips & examples
We’ll help you create compelling cover letters that get you noticed faster!
How to write an epic cover letter with Cvapp.nz
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20 min read
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