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Practical, no-fluff guides on writing CVs that actually get you interviews in the UK job market.
AI CV Builder · 14 October 2025 · 8 min read
How to Pass ATS: A Complete Guide for UK Job Seekers (2026)
Most CVs are rejected before a human ever reads them. Learn how Applicant Tracking Systems work and exactly what you need to do to get past them.
AI CV Builder · 28 October 2025 · 9 min read
How to Tailor Your CV to a Job Description — Step by Step
A generic CV gets generic results. Here is a practical, step-by-step method for tailoring your CV to every job description — and why it matters more than you think.
AI CV Builder · 11 November 2025 · 9 min read
Best CV Format for the UK Job Market in 2026
Chronological, functional, or combination? A4 or US Letter? Photo or no photo? Everything you need to know about CV formatting for UK employers.
AI CV Builder · 25 November 2025 · 10 min read
How to Write a CV: The Complete UK Guide (2026)
Everything you need to know about writing a CV for the UK job market — from structure and layout to what recruiters actually look for in 2026.
AI CV Builder · 9 December 2025 · 9 min read
CV Personal Statement Examples — 10 Templates That Work
Your personal statement is the first thing recruiters read. Here are 10 proven templates for different career stages, with advice on what makes each one work.
AI CV Builder · 23 December 2025 · 8 min read
How to Explain Gaps in Your CV (Without Killing Your Chances)
Career gaps happen to everyone. Here is how to address them honestly on your CV and in interviews — without torpedoing your application.
AI CV Builder · 6 January 2026 · 9 min read
How to Write a Cover Letter UK — With Examples
A strong cover letter can be the difference between an interview and a rejection. Here is how to write one that UK recruiters actually want to read.
AI CV Builder · 20 January 2026 · 8 min read
What Is ATS? How Applicant Tracking Systems Really Work
ATS software decides whether your CV reaches a human. Here is a plain-English explanation of how these systems work — and how to make sure yours gets through.
AI CV Builder · 3 February 2026 · 7 min read
How Many Pages Should a CV Be? The UK Answer
One page? Two pages? Three? The answer depends on your experience level, and getting it wrong can cost you interviews.
AI CV Builder · 17 February 2026 · 9 min read
Best Skills to Put on Your CV in 2026 (With Examples)
Not sure which skills to include on your CV? Here is a data-backed guide to the hard and soft skills UK employers are looking for right now.
AI CV Builder · 3 March 2026 · 8 min read
How to Write a CV With No Experience (And Still Get Hired)
No work experience does not mean no CV. Here is how to build a compelling CV using your education, volunteering, and transferable skills.
AI CV Builder · 17 March 2026 · 9 min read
Graduate CV Guide 2026: Land Your First Role
A step-by-step guide to writing a graduate CV that stands out — from personal statement to formatting, with real examples and common mistakes to avoid.
AI CV Builder · 28 March 2026 · 7 min read
CV vs Resume: What's the Difference in the UK?
CV, resume, curriculum vitae — what is the difference, and which one should you use in the UK? A clear, definitive answer.
AI CV Builder · 29 March 2026 · 8 min read
How to Write a Personal Statement for a Job Application (With Examples)
A strong personal statement can make the difference between an interview and a rejection. Here are practical steps and real examples to help you write one that works.
AI CV Builder · 29 March 2026 · 8 min read
CV Tips UK 2026: 15 Actionable Tips to Get More Interviews
Practical, up-to-date CV tips for the UK job market in 2026. Covers ATS optimisation, formatting, keywords, common mistakes, and what recruiters actually look for.
AI CV Builder · 29 March 2026 · 8 min read
What to Include in a CV: A Complete Section-by-Section Guide (UK)
Not sure what belongs on your CV and what does not? This guide breaks down every section of a UK CV, explains what to include, and highlights what to leave out.
AI CV Builder · 30 March 2026 · 8 min read
CV Action Words: 120+ Power Verbs That Make Your CV Stand Out
Weak verbs make strong experience sound ordinary. Here are 120+ action words organised by skill type, with before-and-after examples that show how a single verb swap can transform a bullet point.
AI CV Builder · 30 March 2026 · 9 min read
Career Change CV: How to Switch Industries Without Starting Over (UK Guide)
Changing careers does not mean your experience is worthless. Learn how to write a CV that reframes your background for a new industry, with practical advice on transferable skills, format choices, and common mistakes.
AI CV Builder · 30 March 2026 · 8 min read
Hobbies and Interests on a CV: What to Include, What to Leave Off (UK Guide)
Should you list hobbies on your CV? Sometimes yes, sometimes no. This guide explains when interests add value, which ones impress UK employers, and which ones quietly work against you.
AI CV Builder · 30 March 2026 · 8 min read
Free ATS Checker: How to Check Your CV Against a Job Description
Wondering whether your CV will survive an ATS? Learn how free ATS checkers work, what scores actually mean, and how to use them to improve your chances before you hit apply.
AI CV Builder · 30 March 2026 · 8 min read
References on a CV: UK Rules, Etiquette, and What Employers Actually Expect
Should you put references on your CV? In the UK, the answer is almost always no. Here is what to do instead, when exceptions apply, and how to handle the references question at every stage of the hiring process.