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'.

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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Ten top tips to better networking

Before embarking on a networking campaign, take the time to read through, absorb and inwardly digest the following top 10 tips. Prepare an ‘elevator pitch’ (60 seconds or so) which sums up coherently, concisely – and impressively – who you … Continue reading

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Handling your subordinates

I fully accept that the majority of jobs don’t involve your having to handle subordinates.  But, for the minority who do have to contend with this issue, it’s a vital part of their role. Albert Einstein said, “I never teach … Continue reading

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Becoming a better team player

Top team players don’t fit into any particular mould but what they have in common is that they really care about what the team is trying to achieve and want to make a positive contribution to its success – without … Continue reading

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