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7 Feb, 2023

Should you put hobbies on a CV?

Should you put hobbies on a CV? Our accredited professionals explain why you should leave them out to increase your chances of winning an interview.

Should a CV be in third person?

31 Jan, 2023

Should a CV be in third person?

Should a CV Be In Third Person? Get answers from award-winning personal branding specialists. Understand why implied first person should be used instead.

Northern Powerhouses - Business Success Stories with Matt Craven of The CV & Interview Advisors

19 Jan, 2023

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Northern Powerhouses - Business Success Stories with Matt Craven of The CV & Interview Advisors

I was recently interviewed by Chris Fordy on the Northern Powerhouses - Business Success Stories series on YouTube. You can watch the full interview for free using the button below.

12 Dec, 2022

Why is a CV important when applying for jobs?

Why is a CV important to get a job? Read valuable advice from personal branding specialists.

Should you write career objectives in a CV?

29 Nov, 2022

Should you write career objectives in a CV?

Should you write career objectives in a CV? Get answers by our award-winning CV writers.

How to write a personal statement for a CV?

16 Nov, 2022

How to write a personal statement for a CV?

Do you want to know how to write a personal statement for a CV? We explain it all in these 3 steps.

What are action words for your CV?

9 Nov, 2022

What are action words for your CV?

What are action words for your CV? Read these examples of active words, and get advice from personal branding specialists.

How your appearance can affect job seeking

27 Oct, 2022

How your appearance can affect job seeking

Article: Attractiveness - the new discrimination scandal

How long should a CV be?

27 Oct, 2022

How long should a CV be?

How long should a CV be? Find out what the ideal length of a CV is.

Should I tailor my CV for ATS?

28 Jul, 2022

Should I tailor my CV for ATS?

Discussions about ATS are bandied about on a regular basis muses Matt Craven, Founder of The CV & Interview Advisors, but is all as it seems?

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Matt

Managing Director

Mark

Personal Branding Specialist

Amanda

CVIA Accredited CV Practitioner / Senior Personal Branding Specialist

Pat

CVIA Accredited CV Practitioner / Senior Personal Branding Specialist

Pete

Personal Branding Specialist

Steven

Personal Branding Specialist

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Pete

Personal Branding Specialist

With a distinguished career spanning Electronic Engineering and Human Resources, I offer a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic insight. My journey began with managing a large automatic telephone exchange, serving thousands of customers. This foundational experience ignited my passion for technology and propelled me into various senior management roles.

As a Lecturer in digital systems, including System X and satellite technologies, I inspired and mentored the next generation of engineers, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application. At BT Laboratories, I led pioneering, multi-million-pound projects that brought cutting-edge technologies to life, including the multinational EuroPACE satellite venture. As an Executive Engineer, I led the commissioning of complex national telecommunications infrastructures, including the rollout of Operations and Maintenance Centres across England, and developed digital networks for New South Wales, earning Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

My transition into Human Resources marked a pivotal career shift and represents a unique selling point, as it allows me to leverage my technical background in new and impactful ways, including conducting both technical and personal recruitment interviews. As one of just four BT Recruitment Managers, I recruited top-tier talent, including highly specialised technical professionals, both domestically and internationally.

Earning my MCIPD certification, I developed and executed corporate strategies, spearheaded extensive company-wide recruitment campaigns, and led performance management initiatives that drove organisational success.

As a Personal Branding Specialist, I have gained a proven track record of helping professionals elevate their careers through personalised interventions, including CV writing, vocational coaching, and interview training. My deep understanding of both personal and operational assessments, coupled with extensive experience in conducting in-depth interviews, enables me to craft compelling personal profiles that truly stand out in today's competitive job market.

Beyond my professional pursuits, I am deeply fascinated by quantum mechanics and have an enduring passion for high-fidelity audio. My pursuit of perfection in music has led to investments in Hi-Fi systems that my wife does not fully appreciate.