It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My terrible coworker is impossible to get rid of I’m going insane. I love my job, my leadership, and my team, but I have one coworker who is the absolute worst. She comes in late, leaves early, spends the day gossiping and hanging out in … Read more
The STAR method is a time-honoured technique for job hunters. Whether you’re filling out an application form or trying to shine in an interview, the STAR method has long been promoted as the best method to convey your suitability for the role. But wait! There’s a new kid on the block and his name is … Read more
Please note: This is an anonymous response to an online survey; I do not have any way of contacting the respondent or verifying responses. Their answers may reflect good, bad, or middling hiring practices. I invite you to take what’s useful and leave the rest. If you are someone who hires Library, Archives or other … Read more
Another year has flown by and it’s time for the fourth annual round-up of what I’ve been up to at CV Shed. I love to write these reviews – it gives me the chance to take stock of my business and look back at what’s changed since previous round-ups. It also gives potential clients some … Read more
How to get job experience before starting a role If you are a recent graduate undertaking a job search, you will soon become familiar with current opportunities in the labour market. You will also come to appreciate that the majority of employers will be looking for candidates who have prior experience – whether that’s in … Read more
Being a PhD supervisor is just one of (many!) responsibilities we have as part of our academic commitments. Supervising doctoral students goes beyond providing intellectual support and critical feedback about their research – it is also about helping them to develop the skills and capabilities needed to succeed in the post-doctoral academic world and beyond. … Read more
Stella and Grendel This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here are the rules for the weekend posts. Book recommendation of the week: The Bedwetter, by Sarah Silverman (Amazon, Bookshop). If you like her comedy, you’ll like this. Warning: it is crude. If … Read more
From Master’s to PhD You have come a long way in your academic journey. Your Master’s is nearly complete, and you have started considering a PhD. While you are confident that pursuing a doctorate is the right next step, you are unsure about how to plan your applications. Over the course of your Master’s, you … Read more
You’ve written your CV, but you know it could be better. Improve it with these quick wins: Wondering if your CV is up to scratch? CV Shed can provide a CV evaluation with recommendations on how to improve the layout and content and an honest appraisal of its strengths and weaknesses. Alternatively, opt for the … Read more
CV keywords are a vital component of a strong CV. With the right keywords, you’ll ensure that your CV is found in recruiter searches and impress the reader with your skills and abilities. But what are the best CV keywords and how can you incorporate them naturally throughout your CV? In this article, we explore … Read more