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  • iammumtoone
    iammumtoone Posts: 6,377 Forumite
    Tenth Anniversary 1,000 Posts Name Dropper I've been Money Tipped!
    Denning. wrote: »
    If the job centre did your CV for you then it is average at best. If you are long term unemployed average is not going to be sufficient.

    Yes I realise that now (with the help and advise from people on this board :)) thats why I am re-doing it :)
  • AP007
    AP007 Posts: 7,109 Forumite
    Denning. wrote: »
    Do you have hobbies on your CV?
    No I don't and never have. Even if I did list them I don't have any now as I have no job so interests are hard to lie about.

    This bloke was very keen to know all about me but no one else has ever asked.
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  • ableandy
    ableandy Posts: 265 Forumite
    If someone has a hobby such as Red Cross Volunteer, Scout Leader etc then that can show that they may have other skills not easily relevant from the CV - leadership, time management, dedication.
    If someone is completing Marathons then they are dedicated to keep fit and achieve goals.
    If someone enjoys using the computer they will require less training on the company's IT systems.

    So hobbies can show a little extra about an individual that could work in your favour.
    :jI am an Employment Law Paralegal and an experienced Human Resources Manager and offer my guidance as simply that ... guidance :j
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