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How creative do you need to be?

JOB APPLICATIONS: Employers today are increasingly asking more of job candidates. As a result, graduates are becoming more creative in trying to attract attention. How creative? You might be surprised.

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Is it a dream? Inception with Leonardo DiCaprio

After Inception

My daughter wanted to know why I was walking so fast. We were in Barcelona on our way back from the cinema. We were on a high from watching Inception, the film on dreams and thesubconscious with Leonardo DiCaprio, and were discussing the puzzling ending — but that wasn’t the reason I was rushing.

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Curriculum vitae

What information should be on the front page? Remember that if your application comes by email, the personnel department won't even know what city you live in! Our experts tell you what they look for on a CV.

Adapting to tough times

EMPLOYABILITY: The global recession has resulted in extreme uncertainty in the workplace. How should workers react to changing conditions and make sure that they remain employable? Here’s what the experts have to say.

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Dumb and dumber?

QUALIFICATIONS: You should never tell a potential employer that you are better educated or more experienced than you really are. But pretending to be less qualified might be OK, at least in a recession.

Interview: Rick Bacon

When you’re applying for a job, these days there are more ways than ever to get your information to potential employers. Whether you send your CV in the mail, post your details online or even make a video, it’s important to remember the basics. British businessman Rick Bacon tells us more.

Interview: Rick Bacon

US style

Start with your skills and qualifications if you want to impress an American firm. Here's an example of a résumé.

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History on display

A perfect way to showcase your employment history and background. Make sure you get your dates and your facts right. Start with your current or most recent position.

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Layout and style

Decide on an objective and explain what it is to potential employees.

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