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Hi needing to do a brand new cv/resume, any recommendations on people/companies that offer this service?

Tia

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Unless you are applying for a very specialised area indeed or have a very complex background that you need advice on how to trim it and word then I see no need for CV writers.

I have pretty much kept the principles I was taught in my final year at school -

No more than two pages max unless advised more is accapetable
Never mention personal things like hobbies unless they are related to the job being applying for
Use a professional type face
Use proper spacing and tabs
Use a good chronological running order to your education and career
Put your address at the top with your address and a professional sounding email address.
Don't put CV as your title, in fact you don't need to put CV / Resume as a title, they know what it is
Thing of one line of text (very short and to the point) that sums up you and your strengths, put this as an opener at the top below your address
Check your spelling and grammar
List strenghts and skills at the end and relate these to the job being applied for.

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You must have had a CV before now? Anything wrong with that with a bit of a touch up if you feel it is time?

Don't fall for all this "Australian-ise" stuff, a good CV is a good CV.

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I can get the professional looking email address, but why would one need to put one's address in a CV? Not having a go at yours (having seen other examples), but surely that could be covered within the cover letter that usually gets attached, especially if the letter is written in a business style.

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Cover letters often get separated from CV's . E mail addresses in the footer is a good idea along with a mobile number. That way you can be quickly contacted if necessary. Some peopel talk about adding Linked in hyper links etc.....however I think this is a step too far unless it is appropriate fo the type of job you are going for.

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I have both email and mobile/work contact numbers in my CV anyway, but I really do not like giving out my address on anything - all I put on a cover letter is my PO Box mailing address.

BTW, while we are talking about CV's, I must update my latest qualification on mine while I think of it.

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So why are there naked pics of you along with yer address and mobile number all over Brisbane:ohmy:

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Just to expand on the good advice above - other personal info that has no place on a resume (in Oz at least) is what star sign you are, the fact that you're sick of people not recognising your talents, you're willing to work for nothing for a while to prove yourself, you're sorry that you had to hand write your resume because your computer's broken, or apologies for the sticky mess on the paper, caused by one of your kids. These examples are genuine! :blink:

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Sorry, you did set yourself up for a fall. ;)

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There's also, 'please excuse the handwriting as in here we're not allowed sharp instruments'. :D

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:lol:

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No I've never had a cv before as I've never needed one, so starting from scratch, im also quite busy, so thinking it may be better for me to pay someone for this service rather than trying to find time, in which case it either won't get done or will take much longer.

Thank you for the tips everyone.

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:O - well some people do have all the luck :blink::blink:
In this day and age, how did you manage not ever needing a CV?
Never mind, don't answer that one!

On another note, I tried applying for jobs while overseas got this as a reply, " Whilst we are cognisant of your qualifications and experience, we regret to advise that your application has not been successful in this instance."

Does that mean they hated my CV ( I have been told by peers that I have pretty awesome CV) or does that mean they did not accept cause I was overseas?

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Probably because you're overseas.

To add to the great advice already given, personal info such as age, gender, marital status or whether you have children shouldn't be included either. And for the love of God do not include a photo of yourself on your CV/resume.

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yes, I agree - I have done of that - but I suppose my name would give away my gender ;)

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Should it have DOB on it or not necessary?

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I have not included my DOB - although the year i graduated and the number of years of experience I have should give a rough indicator of my age bracket!

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Can interviewers ask you your age do you know. If I remove DOB I might be able to knock a couple of years off :lol:

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i have no idea!!

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No, interviewers aren't allowed to ask your age unless it's relevant to the job (legally relevant, not just because the boss likes to employ young dolly birds) :)

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No they don't... Unless it's necessary for the job I guess :D

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Thanks for the replies. Might do that just cos I was a little late starting my apprenticeship :)

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Snap :)

I wanted a female for a position that involved running workshops for young women - the PASH program (Promoting Adolescent Sexual Health). I contacted the Equal Opportunity Commission to see if I could obtain, and cite, an exemption to the Act in the job advertisement. They said that although they understood the reasons for wanting a female for the job, they couldn't give an exemption - instead I'd have to be prepared to provide written evidence to the Commission of my reasons if any complaints were received. Once they received the complaint, and my response, then they'd make a decision regarding whether I (the organisation) had breached the legislation. I fully understand and support equal employment opportunity, but this seemed faintly ridiculous. Why not just say upfront if I could or couldn't advertise for a female?

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I think that each application is determined on a case by case basis and as such, they cannot give anyone a generic yes/no answer.


"3 What criteria does the Commission apply in deciding whether to grant an exemption?

In deciding whether to grant an exemption, the Commission will consider all of the relevant circumstances and apply the following criteria:

(a) Is an exemption necessary?

For an exemption to be necessary there must be at least an arguable case that the activities that are the subject of the application constitute discrimination contrary to the Sex Discrimination Act.

The Commission will consider matters including:
•Whether the circumstances are covered by the Sex Discrimination Act (see section 9);
•Whether any of the permanent exemptions to the Sex Discrimination Act apply (see sections 30-43); and
•Whether the circumstances can be brought within the ‘special measures’ provision of the Sex Discrimination Act (see sections 7D).

(b) Is granting an exemption consistent with the objects of the Sex Discrimination Act?

The Commission must consider the objects of Sex Age Discrimination Act, set out in section 3. In broad terms, these objects are to:
•Give effect to the object and spirit of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women;
•Eliminate, as far as possible, discrimination against persons on the ground of sex, marital status, pregnancy, potential pregnancy or family responsibilities, including discrimination involving sexual harassment; and
•Promote recognition and acceptance within the community of the principle of the equality of men and women.

If an exemption is sought that would allow conduct that is inconsistent with, or would undermine, the objects of the Sex Discrimination Act, this will be a significant reason not to grant an exemption.

In considering this issue, the Commission will have regard to:
•The reasonableness of the exemption sought – the Commission will weigh up the nature and extent of the discriminatory effect against the reasons advanced in favour of an exemption;
•Whether the circumstances, while not falling precisely within any of the permanent exemptions to the Sex Discrimination Act, bear a close resemblance to any of those exemptions so as to be within the spirit or broad scheme of those exemptions; and
•Whether an exemption could be granted subject to terms and conditions which further the objects of the Sex Discrimination Act (see below).

Where an exemption is sought for reasons wholly unrelated to the objects of the Sex Discrimination Act (such as to gain commercial advantage), this may be a factor weighing against the grant of an exemption.

(c) Is it appropriate to grant an exemption subject to terms and conditions?

The Commission will consider whether it is appropriate to make an exemption subject to terms and conditions or to limit the application of an exemption to particular circumstances or activities.

In particular, the Commission will consider whether an exemption could be granted subject to terms and conditions which require action to be taken by the applicant during the term of the application that will:
•Reduce or remove the discriminatory practice or circumstance; and/or
•Further the objects of the Sex Discrimination Act.

The Commission can only grant an exemption for a limited period (up to a maximum of five years).

(d) What are the views of persons or organisations who are interested in or who may be affected by the outcome of an application?

The Commission will consider submissions from interested parties.

4 How does the Commission process exemptions?

The Commission can only grant an exemption when it has received an application seeking an exemption.

The Commission will seek to give interested parties an opportunity to participate in decisions regarding applications for exemption.

The process for deciding applications for exemptions will depend on the circumstances.

The Commission may take any of the following actions in deciding whether to grant an exemption:
1.Publish the application on the Commission’s website with a call for public comments;
2.Seek further information from the Applicant;
3.Invite persons who may be affected by the Commission’s decision to make written submissions commenting on the application;
4.Hold discussions with the Applicant and any other interested parties to negotiate the terms and conditions on which an exemption is granted; and
5.Make proposed decisions on applications available to interested parties for comment before the Commission makes a final decision.

State and Territory Anti-Discrimination Boards and Equal Opportunity Commissions will also be notified that a temporary exemption application has been made and invited to comment on the application.

In reaching its decision, the Commission will seek the recommendation of the Sex Discrimination Commissioner."

The Sex Discrimination Act requires publication in the Commonwealth Government Gazette, within one month after a decision on an exemption application, of a notice:
•Setting out the Commission's findings on the relevant facts;
•Referring to the evidence on which those findings were based; and
•Giving the reasons for the making of the decision.

http://www.humanrights.gov.au/tempor...ination-act#s3