Did you know that your job application has about a 12% chance of being seen by an actual human recruiter? Although the job market has improved, and your chances are better, one obstacle still prevents Kiwis from getting their dream jobs – Applicant Tracking Systems (or ATS). These are software used to scan resumes and

Searching for a new job while you are employed can be a bit of a catch-22. You are more attractive to potential employers. But, a wrong move could land you on the unemployed list, or at the very least, tarnish your reputation among potential employers.  These tips will help you avoid both scenarios and boost

Most New Zealanders love to hang on to their jobs. According to the Productivity Commission, about six in ten workers hold on to their jobs until retirement. Only 21 per cent change jobs.  It is okay to feel content or to be comfortable in your placement. However, being content could easily lead to complacency and excuses.

Working at a company is like dating – you should not stay on if you are not happy or believe there is someone better suited for you. Do not stay put at your current job when there are new opportunities, or you can create opportunities. Reach out to a CV writer and prepare to change

Do you feel bored or unsettled about your current job? Or do you work in an industry with dwindling opportunities or wage stagnation? Perhaps your employer has been restructuring lately, and you fear being laid off. Maybe you are considering to transition and take a new career direction.  There is good news for you. Your

The idea of changing jobs can seem daunting. You may have made some great friends and feel comfortable where you work. Or you feel like you will disappoint your manager and colleagues when you talk about leaving. As noble as these may seem, they should not be the reasons why you are not open to

What makes a recruiter check out your CV or trash it? Of course, it’s how much they like it at first glance. Your CV must be ‘sexy’. Sexy CVs are succinct, specific, and don’t carry unnecessary baggage. If you want a more noticeable executive-level CV, you’d better think about how to make it sexy. A

Your resume should tell a story about why you are the best fit for a particular role. Like all captivating narratives, it should begin with a hook.  Underneath your name and title, include a resume summary. A brief statement about who you are, what you have to offer, and why they should hire you. It

It is now clear; employers seldom advertise or recruit people they don’t know when looking to fill a top executive slot. Instead, top executives are head-hunted. In this case, the hunter does not look for the weak and sickly. They look for the best candidate for the role. Of course, head hunters expect you to

Executive roles are sparse and often advertised within niche circles. As you would expect, in such a scenario, to catch the eye of a recruiter, your CV has to stand out and be impactful. Here are some ideas on how you can tweak it to make it more competitive. Do some homework Any professional CV