CV Writing: Advice and Guides for UK Contractors

And how to avoid being remembered as the goofy techie who was a rabbit in the headlights.

Must-dos (and don’ts) for bypassing agencies, whether you’re recommending or being recommended.

LinkedIn and work-winning expert Matt Craven thinks not.

Just like a certain other problem, there’s no quick fix to getting your offline and online profile in perfect health.

As you start to cosy up to the full-time jobs market, best avoid turning off its agents.

Almost 10 updates to your resumé are required, for old and new IR35 compliance.

Submit your CV for a live anonymised review, once you cleanse it of these six faux pas.

Just as 2-year-olds have their ABCs, ‘DABSUN’ gives you the building blocks for contracting.

Your CV and LinkedIn profile are arguably your most important assets as a Contractor. They are your ticket to finding work and winning new contracts, so having them professionally created is crucial to success.

Building up an extensive network of clients and prospects is really useful for an IT contractor, particularly in today’s very competitive jobs market.

It’s humble and old, but a CV is still your first weapon when hunting down a higher rate.

Your LinkedIn profile and CV don't have to be red flags to HMRC.

As a contractor seeking new opportunities in the current, competitive jobs market, having an up-to-date CV that really sells your capabilities and achievements is absolutely essential.

Don’t be a same-old-same-old contractor in 2018; unleash a new strategy while the time’s right.

One of the keys to genuine contracting is about to come into its own. Unlock it using LinkedIn.

‘Knowing where to set the dial’ is one of four steps to getting ballsy-ness bang on.

Why you don’t actually want a ‘just the ticket’ CV that ‘fits the bill.’

Jumping the first hurdle to ensure your CV Is read.

Agents and line managers are turning their backs on the conventional wisdom.

Thinking outside the box about CV designs is how to find yours in the bin.

Key aspects of a CV can make the difference between it being filed in the bin and being sent to a prospective client.

Industry experts provide a template & checklist to ensure your CV makes the grade.

What to include: layout and content.

Now you have the information down on paper, how best to present it?

Recruitment experts suggest that every application should be followed up within 7-10 days if you have not had a personalised response.

A jobs market in the doldrums should see resumes revived.

To get a decent contract, you must have a decent CV. We have outlined the key things you should bear in mind when creating your resume.