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Advice/Tips on CVs & Applications from Trainees

Sandrou

Esteemed Member
Feb 28, 2018
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Hi all, I hope everyone is doing well.

I’ve not been on this platform for quite a while but given the pandemic that we’re all currently living through, I’m conscious that some people might need more/further support than ever before.

Firstly, I want to recommend a podcast titled ‘The City Social Podcast’, which is available on Spotify, iTunes etc. I believe the hosts are young professionals working at City firms. Essentially, the podcast discusses challenges/obstacles faced by young professionals or those aspiring to enter the corporate sector and go on to other solutions (refreshing perspectives). Note that their latest episode focuses on CVs and Job Applications, which I believe might benefit quite a few people on here.

Separately, I’m currently on annual leave and therefore happy to offer advice to anyone who might need it.

Stay positive and stay safe!
 
Hi all, I hope everyone is doing well.

I’ve not been on this platform for quite a while but given the pandemic that we’re all currently living through, I’m conscious that some people might need more/further support than ever before.

Firstly, I want to recommend a podcast titled ‘The City Social Podcast’, which is available on Spotify, iTunes etc. I believe the hosts are young professionals working at City firms. Essentially, the podcast discusses challenges/obstacles faced by young professionals or those aspiring to enter the corporate sector and go on to other solutions (refreshing perspectives). Note that their latest episode focuses on CVs and Job Applications, which I believe might benefit quite a few people on here.

Separately, I’m currently on annual leave and therefore happy to offer advice to anyone who might need it.

Stay positive and stay safe!

Welcome back to the forum @Sandrou!
 
Hi all, I hope everyone is doing well.

I’ve not been on this platform for quite a while but given the pandemic that we’re all currently living through, I’m conscious that some people might need more/further support than ever before.

Firstly, I want to recommend a podcast titled ‘The City Social Podcast’, which is available on Spotify, iTunes etc. I believe the hosts are young professionals working at City firms. Essentially, the podcast discusses challenges/obstacles faced by young professionals or those aspiring to enter the corporate sector and go on to other solutions (refreshing perspectives). Note that their latest episode focuses on CVs and Job Applications, which I believe might benefit quite a few people on here.

Separately, I’m currently on annual leave and therefore happy to offer advice to anyone who might need it.

Stay positive and stay safe!
Great post! Welcome back and hope you are enjoying your annual leave too!
 

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