Author: Jo Hampton

A quick peak at Santa Claus’s CV!

Santa needs a professional CV written for him. Successful CVs comes to the rescue.

December 8, 2023November 10, 2023CV, Job search

Gift-wrapped skills: Making the most of your holidays for professional development

Exploring the value of honing your skills during the Christmas season, to benefit your career.

November 24, 2023December 4, 2023CV, Executive Search, Job search

Mastering the art of CV customisation for each job application

Strategies and techniques that will help you create tailored CVs that resonate with potential employers.

November 10, 2023November 10, 2023CV, Job search

Cracking the code: Deciphering job descriptions for job search success

Analysing job descriptions, identifying key elements and using them strategically in your applications to win your dream job.

October 31, 2023October 22, 2023CV, Executive Search, Job search

Navigating the ‘desired salary’ question: A job seeker’s guide

Strategies to help job seekers navigate the ‘desired salary’ question with confidence and professionalism.

October 19, 2023October 19, 2023Interviews, Job search, Work

The psychology of CV design: How colour and layout affect perception

Using elements like colour, font and layout to influence perception and make your CV stand out from the crowd.

October 6, 2023October 6, 2023CV, Job search

Navigating work cultures: Insights for job seekers in the UK, New Zealand and Australia

Insights and tips to help you navigate work cultures in New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom.

September 25, 2023September 26, 2023Cover Letters, CV, Executive Search, Interviews, Job search, Work

Crafting a cross-cultural CV: Dos and don’ts

We explore the dos and don’ts of crafting a cross-cultural CV that not only showcases your skills but also resonates with employers around the world.

September 11, 2023September 21, 2023Cover Letters, CV, Executive Search, Interviews, Job search, Linkedin, Work

New horizons: What’s next for politicians after an election loss

With the election fast approaching, we’ve come up with some career tips for MPs leaving parliament this October.

August 31, 2023August 29, 2023CV, Executive Search, Job search, Linkedin, Work

Say hello to Successful CVs!

Successful Resumes rebrands to Successful CVs to reflect its dominance in the New Zealand CV market.

August 22, 2023August 5, 2023Business Writing, Cover Letters, CV, Executive Search, Interviews, Job search, Linkedin