Author Archives: James Innes

About James Innes

James Innes is the Founder and Chief Executive of The CV Centre - the UK's leading CV consultancy. Following more than a decade of experience heading up The CV Centre, James is widely considered to be one of the UK's leading careers experts. James regularly participates at recruitment fairs and conferences as a sought-after guest speaker, as well as being interviewed on TV and radio. He is the author of a number of best-selling careers books. His current works are: 'The CV Book', 'The Interview Book', 'Brilliant Cover Letters', 'Ultimate New Job' and 'The Interview Question & Answer Book'.

Office gossip

Office gossip is closely related to office politics.  Those who engage in office politics clearly do so with the objective of gaining an advantage.  Gossips, on the other hand, may just be gossiping for the sake of it.  And it’s … Continue reading

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Dealing with difficult people

One can learn to be more assertive, although this does come more naturally to some people than to others.  There are of course training courses and workshops available at many colleges and education centres that are designed to help you … Continue reading

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Working from home

Compelling workers to work from their employer’s premises is now a much less prevalent employer philosophy and, in your job, you may find yourself faced, possibly for the very first time, by the prospect of remote working. I personally spend … Continue reading

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LinkedIn profile writing

I’d like to use my blog entry this month to announce a new service The CV Centre has recently launched – professional LinkedIn profile writing. A LinkedIn profile is different from a CV or resume but just as important.  It’s … Continue reading

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Presentations: Coping with nerves

Nerves are probably the biggest enemy you face when delivering a presentation, especially if you’re nervous enough about starting your new job anyway.  You’re up there at the front all alone with everyone staring at you!  It’s a natural instinct … Continue reading

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