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A focused CV is the best way to get your new potential boss to notice you. Stand apart from the crowd with your CV and your new job is only just an interview away! When you look at the classifieds section of the paper, or read the jobs notice board, make sure you read the advertisement carefully. Decide what aspects of your personality, qualifications, skills and experience you can offer to this new job/career. Write these down in a list and use strong "action words" - for example: I am organised, efficient, and hard-working, I have managed and coordinated events and people. I studied and achieved personal and professional excellence and completed a degree in ..." If you do not have a clear idea of the message you would like to convey (are you a dynamic individual? Do you have years of experience in this profession? Are you someone who works well under pressure?), don’t start writing, but think again. Make sure you have at least 10 - 20 points on your list that...