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reed.co.uk step-by-step guide to jobseeking
Whether you’re looking for your first job, you’ve decided it’s time to move up the career ladder or you just fancy a change, finding a new job can seem pretty daunting. But it needn’t be.
We’ve designed our step-by-step guide to help make finding a new job as simple and painless as possible. From advice on writing your CV to tips on negotiating an offer, we’ve designed this guide to offer you the best advice, every step of the way.
Follow the links below, or start at the beginning and follow the ‘Next’ links at the end of each section.
- Step 1 – Deciding what to look for
It’s time for a new job, but what should you look for?
- Step 2 – How to write the perfect CV
Sell yourself in less than two sides with the perfect CV.
- Step 3 – How to write the perfect covering letter
Show prospective employers you’ve got what it takes to do the job.
- Step 4 – Interview advice
Preparation, preparation, preparation. It’s that simple.
- Step 5 – Negotiating an offer
You’ve got the job, now get the cash.
- Step 6 – How to resign
Only one thing left to do: tell the boss you’re off.
