How to use your CV

• To apply to companies to see if they have any jobs available – You can send your CV with a covering letter or email asking if they have any current or future vacancies in your trade. You can find names and addresses of companies in newspapers or in trade or telephone directories.

• To remind you what you’ve done – You can use your CV to help you remember all the dates and information each time you have to fill in a different application form.

• To help with applications by phone – Having your CV handy when applying for jobs by phone can help if you are asked to give more information about previous jobs. If you have hearing or speech difficulties and use textphone or Typetalk, having a copy of your CV can cut down the length of time you spend making a call.

• At interviews – Having your CV with you while you’re waiting to be called in can help you refresh your memory. It is also handy to leave a copy with the interviewer if they do not already have one.

• Registering with recruitment agencies – Agencies may sometimes ask to see your CV before you can register with them.

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