CV Writing

We often get scared or think we’re unable to make a suitable CV.

With OnlineCV advice it will be very easy to create one and it will be worth sending as your job application!

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    How to update your CV: What to Modify

    When the time comes to update your CV there are a few things that need to be done. Whether you’re eager to take the next…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
    : How to update your CV: What to Modify
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    Interpersonal skills

    What are interpersonal skills and how can you give examples of interpersonal skills on your CV? Read all you need to know about this popular type of skill…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
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    Transferable skills

    Transferable skills are a popular type of skill to mention when it comes to CV writing, job applications and recruitment. Listing your skills on a CV is a…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
    : Transferable skills
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    Sending a CV: PDF or Word?

    One of the most commonly asked questions in the world of CV writing and sending is whether to send a CV in PDF or Word format….

    Updated on June 12, 2024
    : Sending a CV: PDF or Word?
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    Transform your CV: professional CV colours

    Have you ever wondered whether colours and meanings are influential when applying for a job. Well, there is such a thing as colour psychology, and it’s proven…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
    : Transform your CV: professional CV colours
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    Personal details you should include on your CV

    There are sections of your CV which are considered the most important and most influential, however, any section can ruin a great chance of being…

    Updated on May 29, 2025
    : Personal details you should include on your CV
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    CV file name

    Sometimes we concentrate so much on writing the CV itself, that we forget about the smaller details, which can sometimes make a big difference! It might seem…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
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    Difference between personal and professional references

    Writing a reference is sometimes obligatory depending on the job application or requests of recruiters. It can be tricky deciding who you wish to list as…

    Updated on June 12, 2024
    : Difference between personal and professional references
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    How to include your PhD in your CV

    Whether you’ve already got your doctoral degree or are still completing it, it can be tricky to know where and how to list it on…

    Updated on September 8, 2025
    : How to include your PhD in your CV