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Working as a Hairdresser can provide lots of career benefits. Flexibility and socialising are just some of the industry perks. But with the job market as competitive as ever, how do you make your CV stand out?

CV Surgeon talks to Lauren Smith, a Hairdresser, to get her CV tips.

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IT can be a daunting industry. Many candidates are wary of the technical jargon and thorough knowledge people in the industry seem to have. Although these are vital, there are other factors that can help you when applying for jobs.

Ben Davies, a Technical Field Engineer for a leading IT solutions firm in Reading, says passion and self motivation are the key to success in this industry. CV Surgeon caught up with him to get some career advice.

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Working in Event Management can be tough but the rewards are varied. Working at festivals, running sporting events and travelling are just a few of the perks this industry has to offer.

CV Surgeon speaks with Area Manager Helen Vits about how she got into the industry and asks for her CV tips.

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Becoming a News Journalist can be difficult because there is a huge amount of competition and limited jobs.

Emily Roberts, Chief Reporter at the Basingstoke Gazette, shares her experience as a Journalist and tells CV Surgeon what she thinks makes the ideal candidate.

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In this Industry Spotlight CV Surgeon talk to Matt O’Toole, a Car Salesman from Hampshire, about his job and he shares some sales tips.

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Magazine Journalism is fiercely competitive, with thousands of applicants all over the country wanting to follow in their favourite personality’s footsteps. So just how do you make your CV stand out?

Laura Hills, Deputy Editor of Who’s Jack magazine, talks to CV Surgeon about her career to date and mentions the importance of sending a thank-you note after a job interview.

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Becoming a Veterinary Surgeon is a long process. As well as studying for top grades, you need to gain relevant work experience within a practice or farm and becoming fully qualified can take years.

Zoe Williams, a Veterinary Surgeon from Hampshire, says it’s worth the wait. She speaks with CV Surgeon to share her career journey and reveals some useful career tips.

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If you’re interested in technology then finding work within a telecoms company could be a step in the right direction. Often telecoms companies have several divisions – broadband, mobile, handsets, billing, telemarketing – which means you can progress into different areas.

Matt Lucas is a Mobile Coordinator for one of the largest independent telecoms groups in the UK. He talks with CV Surgeon to share some of his career advice.

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Physiotherapists across the country help to treat people with physical problems by focusing on improving physical movement. As well as being a hugely rewarding profession there are a variety of opportunities – from working within the NHS to starting your own business.

Rokhsaneh Tehrany is a qualified Physiotherapist and is currently studying for her PHD. She talks with CV Surgeon and shares an insight into the industry and some career advice.

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With a variety of Accounting firms across the country there are many routes you can take to get into the industry.

CV Surgeon talks with Gemma Pilkington, an Accountant from Southampton, to find out how she did it and to ask for some job search advice.

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