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Banknotes all over a table and spilling onto it, representing the money lost to job scams
By Jen David April 13, 2026
Protect yourself from scams during your job search. Find out about red flags and how to avoid becoming a victim.
Magnifying glass on an old sepia map
By Jen David April 7, 2026
CV Shed is now Word Dragon! Find out more about why the name has changed.
Visual representation of AI, on a blue background
By Jen David February 17, 2026
Wondering whether to use AI to write your CV? Find out what recruiters, professional CV writers and other job seekers think.
A motorbike across a long, winding road.
By Jen David December 5, 2025
Take a peep behind the scenes of Word Dragon with a step-by-step look at an editing project.
An open laptop on a grey table seen from above, representing digital media
By Jen David August 22, 2025
Drag your career into the 21st Century and boost your credibility by integrating digital media on your CV.
Handwriting on a manucript
By Jen David August 6, 2025
How have CVs evolved? Is yours suitable for modern times or stuck in the past?
Little gingerbread men in a pyramid shape. All the people are blue, apart from the red one on top, representing leadership on a CV
By Jen David April 16, 2025
Everything you need to know about including leadership skills on your CV, from a certified UK CV writer.
A white and red loudspeaker on a wooden stool, representing making your CV stand out
By Jen David March 13, 2025
Want your CV to grab attention? Find out how to write a stand-out CV that leads to more interviews with these tips and tricks.
Three check boxes with a tick in the top one, representing a checklist for Word Dragon's CV writing services
By Jen David January 10, 2025
Can't decide which service to order? Use CV Shed's handy product comparison sheet!
Notepad and pile of documentation with a post-it note on top saying Need Help? Word Dragon can help with CV writing and careers content.
By Jen David January 3, 2025
Writing a CV? Find out what CV services are available to make sure you're putting your best foot forward.
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