How to Nail Your Next Interview and Stand Out from the Crowd If you’ve been struggling with interview rejections or feel like you’re just not getting through to employers, you’re not alone. The job market is competitive, but there are ways to boost your chances and make sure you stand out. Here are some key […]
Did you know that up to 80% of jobs are never advertised on job boards or company websites? These positions are filled quietly – through referrals, recommendations, and professional networks – in what’s known as the hidden job market. So, if your job search strategy revolves solely around applying online, you could be missing out […]
Client Scenario: Delia (Name changed for privacy) Delia approached us feeling frustrated and overlooked. Despite having four years of experience in hospitality, she was struggling to move into front-of-house roles such as Reservations, Rooms Controller, or Admin. Employers seemed unable to see beyond her recent Housekeeping role, even though she had a strong background in […]
What if you could ditch 80% of the aimless job-search effort and still deliver 80% of the results? But here’s the real catch – when your goal isn’t crystal clear, 80% of your effort may be wasted, chasing the wrong roles without purpose. Ask Yourself: If you can’t confidently answer those, applying for roles becomes […]
Applying the 80/20 Rule to Your Job Search and CV (Because doing more isn’t always the same as doing what works) Understanding the 80/20 Rule in Job Hunting 80% of job search success comes from 20% of your efforts – usually, those focused on a high-quality CV, targeted applications and building real connections. Scattergun CVs […]
Let’s be real – feeling stuck in your job isn’t just about having a tough week. It’s deeper than that. It’s waking up each morning with a knot in your stomach.It’s dreading the walk through the office door.It’s feeling invisible in meetings, unheard by your boss and undervalued for the work you quietly deliver day […]
Welcome to My Professional CV – Lancashire’s trusted partner in job search success. With over 25 years of recruitment experience, we’ve helped thousands of professionals across Lancashire (and beyond) boost their profiles, tell their story with confidence and secure interviews for roles they once thought out of reach. Whether you’re based in Preston, Leyland, Chorley, Blackburn, Lancaster, […]
If you’re targeting £100k-£200k roles, winging it isn’t an option at this level. UK Executive & CV Rejection Stats ATS Rejection Rates in the UK Hiring Manager Insights (UK) Tailoring Matters Why This Matters for Exec-Level Roles The Bottom Line If you’re serious about executive roles in the UK, tailoring a sharp, ATS-optimised, error-free CV isn’t […]
You’ve built businesses, led teams, reversed losses into profits and recruited top-tier talent. Now it’s time for new pastures and it’s clear you’re exceptional at what you do. But how do you put that on paper so a Recruiter instantly recognises you as their ideal candidate? Your next step deserves the spotlight. With 30 years […]
Let’s be honest: job hunting is hard enough without sending out a weak CV that gets rejected before it’s even read properly. In today’s competitive job market, first impressions are everything and when it comes to job applications, your CV is that first impression. You may only get a few seconds to convince a Recruiter […]
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