It’s a while since I wrote about CVs and their value in securing conversations about new roles or opportunities.  Sometimes it’s easy to dismiss their importance because we’re happy in our work, although long before C-19 hit the headlines, I was promoting the value of a great CV in getting you noticed (for all the right reasons).  It seems that CVs often become stale just at the point they’re most needed, just like job descriptions.  No, don’t worry even I’m not in the mood to write about job descriptions today!  But I am in the mood to blow away some CV cobwebs.

This weekend I’m throwing down the gauntlet and urging everyone to download a copy of their CV for a bit of TLC.  You might as well because the weather forecast is dreadful.  Always a good idea to make a cuppa and find a comfy chair, to help with the process.  Then ask yourself the following questions with some great music playing in the background (don’t forget Glastonbury):

·       Is my CV up to date?

·       Will it help me to secure my dream role?

·       Is my storytelling clear?

·       Has it got rhythm and focus?

·       Have I captured everything I’ve done this year?

·       Which elements aren’t really helping?

·       What help do I need?

I don’t want to labour the point here about unemployment, redundancy or unexpected business changes, although it’s well worth creating an upbeat description of how you’ve been spending your time.  You can read more about that in Recruitment … fad, fashion or folly?  If you are still worrying about what to write or how much to say, please get in touch for a little encouragement.

The rain has stopped momentarily, and the sun is trying to smile although it’s extremely windy in our modest back garden this morning.  I love that yesterday was World Bee Day but there’s not a chance of seeing bees in the garden anytime soon.  I’m a fan of these incredible creatures which do so much to keep us in plant-based food not to mention their contribution to traditional medicine and the entire ecosystem.  Bees play a significant role in caring for humans, their homes and our natural habitats.  Yes, you’ve guessed that today I’m encouraging you to help the bees to help us.  Go plant some alliums, lavenders and foxgloves.  You’ll not be disappointed with the entertainment these little creatures bring and lavender has so many other uses.

Beekeeping sounds so romantic although it’s clearly not for the feint hearted.  Maybe it’s not the romance of the bees themselves but the notion of baking honey cake that grabs my interest and entertains me.  What’s your favourite recipe using honey?

I’ve read there are hives on prominent hotel rooftops and a luxury grocers store in London, so it seems a garden isn’t a prerequisite – just pollen supplies in abundance.  I’ve never been brave enough to keep bees myself although if you’re looking for a new and worthwhile hobby, why not give it a try?  And what a staycation – there are even beekeeping holidays.  Could this be your new vocation?

If you fancy to chat about gardens, bees or CVs or you simply want to chat – why not get in touch?