How to present a multi-year sabbatical as strategic career development on your cv and in interviews
I took a multi-year sabbatical a few years into my career and, like many clients I now coach, worried that employers would read it as a gap rather than as a period of growth. Over time I learned how to turn that experience into a clear, convincing career narrative that sits comfortably on a CV and...
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How to convert a final-stage case task into a job offer: a scripted approach and exact timings for uk interviews
When you reach a final-stage case task, you’re not just being tested on technical ability —...
How to structure a 60-second recruiter pitch on linkedin that consistently wins interview invites
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What employers mean by “culture fit” and how to demonstrate it in applications
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How to use Jobzvice Co templates to write a concise achievement-based cv
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How to present freelance and gig work on your cv to boost credibility
I often work with clients who worry that freelance and gig work looks "patchy" or less credible...
Why your cv summary is failing and the three lines that fix it today
I see hundreds of CVs every month. One recurring pattern stands out: the summary at the top—meant...
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How to tailor your cv for uk graduate schemes (examples that pass applicant tracking systems)
Applying to UK graduate schemes is a numbers game and a clarity game. Recruiters are looking for tidy signals that you understand the role, have the relevant experience or potential, and can communicate both quickly. But before a human sees your CV, an applicant tracking system (ATS) is likely to...
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CV & Applications
What to include on a one‑page cv when applying to professional services roles
When recruiters in professional services ask for a one‑page CV, they mean business: they want a sharply focused document that proves you can communicate complex information clearly and efficiently. I’ve reviewed hundreds of applications — from graduate trainees to senior associates — and a...
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Skill Development
How to create a three‑month skill plan to move from junior to mid-level in tech
I remember the moment I realised "junior" no longer fit the way I wanted to work: I could ship features, but I hesitated when designing systems; I solved bugs, but I rarely owned product decisions. If that sounds familiar, a focused three‑month plan can bridge the gap. Below I share a practical,...
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Career Advice
What to say in a recruiter email that gets a response within 48 hours
I’m often asked: what exactly should I write in an email to a recruiter if I want a reply fast? Over years of screening applications and coaching hundreds of clients, I’ve seen the messages that get ignored and the ones that prompt swift replies. In this piece I’ll share the precise language,...
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Interview Tips
The exact interview answers to explain a career gap without sounding defensive
I’m often asked for precise wording candidates can use when interviewers ask about a career gap. You want answers that feel honest, professional and concise — not defensive, apologetic or overly detailed. Below I give practical scripts you can adapt to your situation, plus the framing and...
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Skill Development
How to map transferable skills when switching from retail to healthcare
I remember coaching a client who’d spent six years in retail and felt stuck when she considered applying to healthcare support roles. She worried her CV would look irrelevant, and that she’d be judged as “not experienced” because she hadn’t worked in a hospital or care home. What we did...
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Career Advice
How to use LinkedIn on a weekly routine to attract hiring managers in the uk
I treat LinkedIn like a weekly habit, not a one-off sprint. If you want to attract hiring managers in the UK, consistency beats sporadic activity every time. Below I share the exact weekly routine I use with clients and follow myself — practical actions you can slot into short recurring sessions...
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Interview Tips
How to prepare for competency interviews using STAR answers that score
Competency interviews are everywhere in UK hiring: from civil service panels to graduate schemes and private-sector competency-based interviews. I’ve sat on both sides of the table—screening CVs, shortlisting candidates and running interviews—and the best performers all share one thing: they...
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CV & Applications
The honest cover letter structure that hiring managers actually read
I’m going to be blunt: most cover letters never get read. But the ones that do share a few simple traits — clarity, relevance and honesty. Over years of screening applications and coaching candidates, I learned to spot the letters that actually influenced hiring decisions. Below I share an...
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Career Advice
How to turn a temporary job into a permanent role: a step-by-step plan
Landing a permanent role from a temporary contract is one of the quickest ways to speed up your career—if you play it smart. I’ve seen this work many times as a recruiter and career coach: candidates who treat a temp job as a trial period, not just a paycheck, often convert to permanent hires....
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