Your CV Should Be Landing You More Interviews and More Job Offers. Is it?

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CV writing can be tough. So, this is where you’ll get step-by-step help with your CV writing.

You sit with your CV, late into the night. You’re tearing your hair out!

Yep, you may be finding that your CV – curriculum vitae or resume (USA version) – well, it’s just not the promotional tool you’d like it to be. It’s long, average. And it looks like every other CV out there. There’s nothing special about it. No spark.

And you’re not sure how to write your cv – right!

So what do you need? Maybe the personal assistance I can give with my Professional CV writing service – I’ve written CV’s for doctors, CEO’s, MD’s, Engineers, Admin Clerks, Accountants, Students – I’m confident I can help you too (wherever you are in the world (Aus, USA, Uk, RSA).

Or maybe you’re looking for a CV sample or examples, or a CV template perhaps? You’ll find step-by-step instructions on “how to write a CV” here. And you can take my CV success tests here.

Now, which of these questions fits you?

  • Do you need to write a CV that really sells you?
  • Do you need a step-by-step guide to writing a CV or cover letter from scratch?
  • Do you need your CV to showcase your unique value?
  • Do you need your CV to get better, quicker results from recruiters and employers?
  • Do you perhaps need a CV or resume that is acceptable internationally?

I’ll be sharing my insider insights with you – as a professional CV writer and recruiter – here. I know your CV can be a powerful promoting document. It can make you stand out. But … writing it – especially writing it yourself – is a tough challenge. Like “LB” found.

Recently I got this testimonial from him (“LB”) – a cv writing client:

“Hi Gerard, Thanks for your help, I sent my C.V out the day after receiving it from you. Within two days I had four interviews lined up and I’m glad to report I got three offers. I picked my favourite and I’m starting at [the company] on Monday. Its a great offer and more than I was expecting.” – LB, 04, 2009

Why do I mention this? Because in LB’s case – he’s an Engineer – writing a CV isn’t his ‘thing’. It’s my ‘thing’. And I know this pretty much for 100% sure:

Your CV isn’t doing you justice. It looks like a million others. It doesn’t capture how valuable you can be to a business. It doesn’t show how you’re special.

How can I say this? I’ve personally reviewed and re-written thousands of CVs over the last 10 years – some of which have been written by the cheap, one-size-fits-all CV writing services you’ll see advertised on Google – and – I wish I didn’t have to say this – 99% of them have been lousy. Maybe yours is different, I hope so. But even so, I guarantee there are some major improvements you could make.

So browse around here – you’ll find some good step by step guidance, whatever your CV, curriculum vitae or resume, or even job interview and cover letter – situation.

Your CV is too important to leave to chance. It’s your lifelong career partner – it sells you, and with the Internet now, it sells you around the world and even while you sleep! Is your CV helping you are harming you?

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Here’s an overview of the content:

  • How to “get lucky” in the job market – the critical 1st step you have to take.
  • The only 4 places job offers come from – and how to position yourself for them.
  • How to “see inside” the mind of an employer – so that he gives you a chance.
  • If you don’t do THIS (Secret #4), two words: you’re dead. It’s a 3 step technique to prepare yourself perfectly for an interview and how to align yourself with the Employer.
  • 1 Shocking truth about your CV and 2 steps to fix it (example provided).
  • What exactly happens inside a Recruiter/Personnel Agent’s office that you need to know!
  • The truth about employment agencies (very controversial!)
  • The truth about employment websites – the secret way you should be using them, but aren’t. Yet.
  • How you may be focussing your job search in the wrong direction – where there are just no opportunities – when actually the market is huge and you’re missing out on most jobs.
  • A precise way to measure just how long your job hunt will take.
  • The one thing you need to do NOW to improve your chances.

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And now for an overview of what you’ll find here at WOW!CV – there’s lots to help you.

WOW!CV Site Contents

Professional CV Writing
Having your CV writing done by a professional often is a great help. You cut a lot of the frustration out. And you end up with a more professional document that gets better, quicker results for you. Read more about my ‘one-stop’ frustration ending professional cv writing service here.

How to Write a CV
Your CV and not knowing how to write your CV can drive you nuts! And yet, it’s important to get your CV right. So here’s where you’ll find the step-by-step guidance and an accompanying free cv template. C’mon, it’ll be easy.

CV Writing Tips and Tricks (Gerard’s CV Writing Blog)
Get regular insights into the real life of a full time CV writer and job search coach – the CV tips, the CV tricks, the CV ‘hacks’ that give you a deeper insight into how to write your CV better.

CV Sample and Examples
Having a CV sample or CV examples can be helpful. You want it/them to see what works, how a CV should look, what it should have in it. And then you want to apply it to your CV. Ok so here are some CV samples for you to study.

CV Template / Templates
Using a CV template can be an easy way of writing your CV. Just fill in your details. Here’s a CV template or two for you to use free. But you need to beware … there are some serious CV template dangers.

CV Success Tests
When you send your CV out into the world – will to do the work it must? Will it get attention? Will it convey your marketing message? Or will it just get dumped like so many other CV’s will?

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    Gerard le RouxHi, I'm Gerard le Roux, a cv writer and job search coach - published in The Star and Financial Mail and heard on Radio 702 and SAfm. I help people get more interviews and job offers.

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  • CV Writing Testimonials

    "Dear Gerard, You trully are special! This has far exceded my expectations, to prove it I have a interview scheduled this afternoon from a agency who called me back 5 minutes after sending it off with a covering letter."
    -Ravil R, Supply Chain Specialist

    "Hi Gerard, when the relevant HR departments got my CV I eventually ended up having two interviews on the same day for two separate jobs at the same company. I always said that all I need was an interview to get the job and your CV made that possible. I will refer to you as the CV whisperer from now on. Thank you for the effort you put in."
    -Chris P, Marketing Manager

    “Good day Gerard, A bit of feedback … this email serves to thank you for your help, as I have been successful in the first job application that I made. I don’t think I would have stood a chance of being short listed if it wasn’t for your creative genius in laying out my CV. I have recommended many friends to make use of your services. All the best and many thanks.”
    -NC, Durban

    “Gerard. A month ago you wrote my CV. Up to then I’d sent out more than 1500 CVs and got 6 responses. I sent out my new CV 16 times, got 6 responses, and was offered a great Senior Management job which I’ve accepted. Thanks. You did a great job.”
    - Mike V, BSc MBA, Engineering Project Manager

    “Dear Gerard - You drafted my CV - rather you created my “value-add profile”. Since replacing the old CV with your masterpiece I did indeed get many more reactions. I have finally landed a job and I know your CV got my foot in the door. The job is the Senior Legal Advisor for a large Medical Insurance company and the package is higher than I ever expected where I had R500K in mind - I was offered R750K per annum. I cannot thank you enough!”
    - Angie B, Attorney

    “I just wanted to let you know that I have managed to get myself a new job! As a Key Account Manager at the end of this month! I’d just like to say a special thanks to you.”
    - Helen, Key Account Manager

    “I wanted to drop you a note the say thanks, for not just getting an interview recently, but immediately getting a new job which I start on 1 Sept. So I’ve been bragging around the office about my fantastic CV which landed me this new job and of course I have 3 colleagues who will be in touch with you shortly. I’ve done nothing but sing yr praises as I believe that you most certainly had something to do with my good fortune.”
    - Julie B, Project Manager

    “The first comment I had in my interview was that I had a very impressive CV, I think the interview was just to check me out, they had made up their minds already who they wanted for the job!”
    - Karin, Admin Manager

    “Thank you, thank you for the best new year’s present ever. Now I have two more interviews lined up for this month, but the difference is that I’m in the driver’s seat. I have referred some of my colleagues to you, the results that I got from the CV that you drafted were excellent and within 3 days I got results- my first interview, within 6 weeks - a new job. Keep up the good work - the results are definitely guaranteed when using your service.”
    - Ingrid C, General Manager

    “When I sent my CV I went straight onto the shortlist. And after only 1 interview I was offered the job! I really believe that the CV made me more positive and impressed the employer by being so clear and selling me”
    - Kirishnee N, Financial Manager

    “Within a day of sending it out I was contacted for a higher position than what I was actually looking for. I will be lined up for an interview next week. Thanks to you I am now more marketable and have a very high hit rate. I was amazed at the quick response I received.”
    - James, IT Engineer

    “Hi there - Just briefly to let you know that I am having a fantastic response after making use of your advise and writing my CV! Many thanks for assisting me with getting my confidence up to speed and my focus in place as to tackling the job/contract hunt. Thank you!”
    - Sarah, Business Analyst

    “I referred a friend to you some time ago. He’s now got this “dream job” at Toyota in and has already been made 2 other offers. He has attributed most, if not all of his success with regard to the offers and interest shown in him by prospective employers to YOU! And now I want you to help me in the same way.”
    - Errol, OHS Specialist

    “Gerard - I just wanted to thank you sincerely for an awesome CV. It was one of the tools that helped me get a dream job with an obscene salary in the elusive software development field. I have resigned and are in transit between my previous employer and the new one and thought I need to give credit were credit is due. I received numerous complements from recruiters and organisations in the search period. I pitched very high i.t.o. position, salary and international relevance and we competed against people from here and first world countries. Thanks for your help, you made me look good.”
    - David, IT Manager

    “Thanks for all the help. The CV is brilliant! I am very happy.”
    - Andrew, Clinical Psychologist

    “Dear Gerard - Thanks for the CV you drafted for me last month. I just wanted to let you know I submitted it to one company last week (the first and only application, a networking intro, not an advertised job) and went to an interview this morning where I was offered a position at the interview.”
    -Shelli, Sales Representative

    “Hi Gerard, I received the draft CV and it looks fantastic. I couldn’t beleive it was about me. I don’t beleive it needs anything else done to it. Thanks a lot. I will recommend you to many others.”
    -Sumaya, Attorney

    “Hi Gerard, Thanks for your help, I send my C.V out the day after receiving it from you. Within two days I had four interviews lined up and I’m glad to report I got three offers. I picked my favourite and I’m starting at Console glass on Monday. Its a great offer and more than I was expecting. Thanks for your help once again”

    -Lloyd, Engineer

    “Hi Gerard, Well I put it to the test. A prospective client, I have never met, requested a CV from me 2 days ago and after sending your composition to them they called me back within an hour and arranged a meeting. At the meeting they mentioned that it was the power of the CV that did it. One Page! I am amazed. Wow, it really worked. It was the first company I sent it to. Thanks. I really appreciate your input. Money well spent.”
    -Francois, TV Editor

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