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08/08/2024 | 0 min read

How to: Stand out from the professional crowd – CV & Interviewing techniques

How do you produce an effective and engaging CV? We were joined by Gavin Ellwood, Founder of Ellwood Atfield in this session for tips on CV writing, boosting your LinkedIn profile, and improving your interviewing skills in an increasingly digital world, as well as what to expect in a post-COVID job market.

 

We explored the different ways of communicating to potential employers, articulating your professional value, and getting yourself ahead of the competition. This session accounts for 1 hour of CPD and is aimed at all levels, whether you're looking to gain or build upon existing skill sets within this area.

The session includes guidance on:

  • How to effectively communicate with industry professionals.
  • Producing and formatting a winning CV.
  • How to boost your LinkedIn profile.
  • Interview preparation to help you be on your A-game.
  • Best practice for interviewing and techniques to advance your skills.
  • How to find the best jobs in the market.
  • How to bring a strategic approach to your career.

Presented by

Gavin Ellwood

Gavin is the founder of Ellwood Atfield and has twenty five years’ headhunting experience. He specialises in the appointment of senior communicators and influencers, advising the boards of a diverse range of organisations and global brands, as well as the CEOs of trade associations and professional bodies. Gavin is a Past Master and Court member of the Company of Communicators and a Freeman of the City of London. He has a BA Hons in philosophy and psychology.