Schools and training centers

Apprentices without an employer: what a CFA can do during the 3 months

The 3-month rule explained simply, what most often holds applications back, and five practical levers for a CFA's employer relations team.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 20 · 7 min

Schools and training centers

Reviewing 200 apprentice CVs: a method for the employer relations team

The 5-point review checklist that catches most problems on an apprentice's CV, and a realistic setup for a team supporting hundreds of students.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 20 · 6 min

CV guide

Writing your first CV from scratch: the 6-step method

Build your first CV step by step, even with no experience: target job, contact details, experience, education, skills, summary.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 19 · 8 min

ATS score

ATS score: how to calculate and improve your CV's score in 2026

Understand how the ATS score works and how to improve it step by step.

Giovanni Russo

Feb 10 · 7 min

CV templates

CV examples 2026: 7 annotated templates for your situation

7 annotated 2026 CV examples for your profile and situation.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 14 · 10 min

ATS guide

Student CV for Internships and Work-Study in 2026: How to Land One With (Almost) No Experience

The complete guide to building a student, internship or work-study CV that gets past ATS filters and lands interviews.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 10 min

Recruiting

How to Negotiate Your Salary When You're Hired: The Method That Works in 2026

The method for negotiating your starting salary: timing, expectations, salary range, benefits and ready-to-use phrases.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 8 min

Recruiting

Gap in Your CV: How to Explain It Without Hurting Your Chances in 2026

How to explain a gap in your CV without hurting your chances: presentation, honesty and examples for each situation.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 8 min

CV templates

Free Word CV Template 2026: 5 ATS-Friendly Templates (Direct Download)

5 free Word CV templates, designed to be read cleanly by ATS in 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 20 · 12 min

CV by job

CVs by Job: The Complete 2026 Guide (10 Jobs, ATS Keywords, Examples)

The most complete guide to tailoring your CV to your job in 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 20 · 15 min

Canva CV

Canva CVs and ATS: Why They Often Go Unseen (and How to Fix Them in 2026)

Many Canva CVs lose a large share of their content when ATS software extracts them.

Giovanni Russo

Feb 14 · 9 min

ATS guide

Optimising Your CV for ATS in France: The 2026 Pillar Guide

The pillar guide to making your CV ATS-compatible in France in 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Feb 19 · 14 min

Keywords

The CV Keywords ATS Software Actually Looks For in 2026

Which keywords should your CV include to get past ATS filters? Method and examples.

Giovanni Russo

Feb 24 · 7 min

CV format

PDF or Word: Which CV Format Gets Past ATS Software Better in 2026?

PDF or Word for an ATS-friendly CV? The complete answer for 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Feb 28 · 9 min

Tools

Best Free ATS CV Scanner 2026: 10 Tools Compared

A comparison of the 10 best free CV scanners in 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 3 · 11 min

Cover letter

ATS Cover Letter: How to Write a Letter That Gets Past Automated Filters

How to write an ATS-friendly cover letter in 2026.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 7 · 8 min

CV mistakes

The 10 CV Mistakes That Trip Up ATS (and How to Fix Them)

The 10 most common mistakes that make your CV fail ATS screening.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 12 · 7 min

CV by job

Developer CV: How to Build an ATS CV That Lands Tech Interviews in 2026

Build an ATS-optimised developer CV with the right structure, the right keywords, and a tech stack that stands out.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 14 · 8 min

CV by job

HR CV: how to optimise your human resources CV for ATS in 2026

Build an ATS-optimised HR CV with the right keywords for recruiting, payroll and employment law.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 26 · 7 min

CV by job

Engineer CV: how to build an ATS CV that stands out in 2026

Build an ATS-friendly engineer CV that showcases your technical skills and projects.

Giovanni Russo

Mar 31 · 8 min

ATS in France

Which companies use an ATS in France? The list may surprise you

The list of French companies that screen CVs with ATS software, and how to avoid getting filtered out.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 2 · 6 min

ATS guide

Applying on Welcome to the Jungle: how to get past the filters (practical guide)

A practical guide to applying on Welcome to the Jungle without getting filtered out by its system.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 5 · 7 min

ATS guide

No Response on Indeed? Here's Probably Why

Why your Indeed applications go unanswered and what to do about it.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 8 · 6 min

ATS guide

CV With No Experience in 2026: The Complete Guide to Landing Your First Interview

How to build an ATS-friendly CV when you're just starting out: first job, internship, student.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 15 · 11 min

ATS guide

Career Change CV 2026: Getting Past the ATS When You Switch Fields

How to adapt your CV to get past the ATS during a career change.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 18 · 10 min

LinkedIn Profile in 2026: The 10 Things Recruiters Actually Look At

The 10 key elements of a LinkedIn profile that gets recruiters reaching out.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 22 · 10 min

Recruiting

After the ATS: the complete guide to turning an interview into a job offer

How to turn an interview into a job offer once your CV has made it past the ATS filters.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 25 · 10 min

ATS guide

Applying on APEC: optimising your executive CV for ATS filters

How to structure your executive CV for APEC's filters and improve your chances of being seen by recruiters.

Giovanni Russo

Apr 29 · 7 min

Recruiting

How to follow up on a job application by email without being pushy

When and how to follow up on a job application by email to maximise your chances of getting a reply.

Giovanni Russo

May 2 · 5 min

International CV

CVs in English: how to adapt your CV to apply abroad in 2026

Translation isn't enough: what really changes in an English-language CV depending on the country you're applying to.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 8 min

International CV

Should you put a photo on your CV? The 2026 country-by-country guide

Photo or no photo on your CV? The answer depends on the country you're applying to. The clear guide.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 6 min

International CV

The American CV: a guide to applying for jobs in the United States in 2026

The rules of the American CV: one page, no photo, results-driven. The complete guide to applying in the United States.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 8 min

International CV

CVs for Canada: rules, format and differences from France in 2026

The rules of the Canadian CV: no photo, achievement-focused, in English or in French in Quebec. The complete guide.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 7 min

International CV

German CV (Lebenslauf): the rules for applying in Germany in 2026

The rules of the German Lebenslauf: photo expected, detailed structure, factual tone. The complete guide for Germany.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 7 min

International CV

British CV: the rules for applying in the United Kingdom in 2026

The rules of the British CV: no photo, a personal statement, UK spelling. The complete guide for the United Kingdom.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 28 · 7 min

International CV

Swiss CV: the rules for applying in Switzerland in 2026

The rules of the Swiss CV: photo common, language by region, a polished application. The complete guide for Switzerland.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 7 min

International CV

Spanish CV: the rules for applying in Spain in 2026

The rules of the Spanish CV (currículum): photo common, written in Spanish, reverse chronological. The complete guide for Spain.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

International CV

Belgian CV: the rules for applying in Belgium in 2026

The rules of the Belgian CV: the language depends on the region (Wallonia, Flanders, Brussels). The complete guide for Belgium.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

CV by job

Nurse CV: structure, skills, and examples for 2026

The guide to the nurse CV in France: state nursing diploma, specialties, clinical skills, and concrete examples that get results.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 7 min

CV by job

Sales associate CV: the example that lands interviews in 2026

The guide to the sales associate CV: customer service, sales results, and concrete examples, with or without experience.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

CV by job

Assistant CV: administrative, executive, sales — the 2026 guide

The guide to the assistant CV: tailor it to the role (admin, executive, sales, HR) with the right keywords.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

International CV

Dutch CV: the rules for applying in the Netherlands in 2026

The rules of the Dutch CV: concise, results-driven, often accepted in English. The guide for the Netherlands.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

International CV

Italian CV: the rules for applying in Italy in 2026

The rules of the Italian CV (curriculum vitae): in Italian, photo common, data processing statement. The guide for Italy.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

International CV

Portuguese CV: the rules for applying in Portugal in 2026

The rules of the Portuguese CV: in Portuguese, photo common, reverse chronological. The complete guide for Portugal.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 5 min

International CV

Luxembourg CV: the rules for applying in Luxembourg in 2026

The rules of the Luxembourg CV: multilingual, French by default, with multilingualism as an asset. The guide for Luxembourg.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

CV by job

Nursing Assistant CV (France): Structure, Skills and Examples for 2026

The guide to the French nursing assistant (aide-soignant) CV: state diploma, care setting, hands-on care and people skills to land the job.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 9 min

CV by job

Server CV: The Example That Gets You Hired in Restaurants (2026)

The server CV guide: service, guest relations and versatility, with or without experience.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 5 min

CV by job

Order Picker CV: Skills, CACES and Examples (2026)

The order picker CV guide: CACES licenses, pick rates, accuracy and warehouse tools to get hired.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 5 min

CV by job

Forklift Operator CV: CACES R489, Safety and Examples for 2026

The forklift operator CV guide: CACES R489, safety, equipment operation and metrics that win over logistics recruiters.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Medical Secretary CV: Skills, Software and Examples (2026)

The medical secretary CV guide: practice software, reception, scheduling and precision to land the job.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Janitor / Cleaning Agent CV: Skills and Examples (2026)

The janitor / cleaning agent CV guide: hygiene protocols, independence, equipment and safety to get hired.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Warehouse Clerk CV: Skills, CACES and Examples for 2026

The warehouse clerk CV guide: receiving, storage, inventory control, CACES and tools to get hired.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Security Guard CV: Professional Card, CQP APS and Examples (2026)

The security guard CV guide: CNAPS professional card, CQP APS, certifications and skills to get hired.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Pediatric Nursing Assistant CV: Skills and Examples (2026)

The pediatric nursing assistant CV guide: diploma, infant care and early development, hygiene and teamwork.

Giovanni Russo

Sep 16 · 5 min

CV by job

Delivery Driver CV: License, Skills and Examples for 2026

The delivery driver CV guide: license, punctuality and customer service to land the job.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 5 min

CV by job

Legal Counsel CV in France: Structure, Specialties and Examples for 2026

The guide to the juriste (legal counsel) CV: target your specialty (employment, corporate, contracts) and showcase drafting and legal watch.

Giovanni Russo

Jul 29 · 6 min

International CV

CV for Dubai and the UAE: Format, Photo and Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

What a Dubai recruiter expects from a CV: length, photo, personal details, language and keywords. How it differs from the French CV.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 23 · 6 min

International CV

CV for Australia (Working Holiday and Expats): The Australian CV Explained

How an Australian CV differs from a French CV: length, photo, visa, local certificates, referees and degree equivalents.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 24 · 6 min

Entry-level CV

Service Civique on a CV: Where to Put It and How to Describe It

Section, title, tasks, skills and documents to attach: everything you need to make a service civique count in an application, even with no degree or first job.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 25 · 5 min

Senior CV

CV After 50: What to Keep, What to Cut, What to Highlight

How many years to keep, how to prove your digital skills, whether to show your age: the points that make the difference on a CV after 50.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 26 · 5 min

CV by job

Cashier CV: Example, Skills and Summary

Summary, skills to list, experience to quantify, entry-level CV: what a supermarket recruiter looks for on a cashier CV.

Giovanni Russo

Oct 27 · 5 min

CV and career advice that gets you hired.

Apprentices without an employer: what a CFA can do during the 3 months

Reviewing 200 apprentice CVs: a method for the employer relations team

Writing your first CV from scratch: the 6-step method

ATS score: how to calculate and improve your CV's score in 2026

CV examples 2026: 7 annotated templates for your situation

Student CV for Internships and Work-Study in 2026: How to Land One With (Almost) No Experience

How to Negotiate Your Salary When You're Hired: The Method That Works in 2026

Gap in Your CV: How to Explain It Without Hurting Your Chances in 2026

Free Word CV Template 2026: 5 ATS-Friendly Templates (Direct Download)

CVs by Job: The Complete 2026 Guide (10 Jobs, ATS Keywords, Examples)

Canva CVs and ATS: Why They Often Go Unseen (and How to Fix Them in 2026)

Optimising Your CV for ATS in France: The 2026 Pillar Guide

The CV Keywords ATS Software Actually Looks For in 2026

PDF or Word: Which CV Format Gets Past ATS Software Better in 2026?

Best Free ATS CV Scanner 2026: 10 Tools Compared

ATS Cover Letter: How to Write a Letter That Gets Past Automated Filters

The 10 CV Mistakes That Trip Up ATS (and How to Fix Them)

Developer CV: How to Build an ATS CV That Lands Tech Interviews in 2026

HR CV: how to optimise your human resources CV for ATS in 2026

Engineer CV: how to build an ATS CV that stands out in 2026

Which companies use an ATS in France? The list may surprise you

Applying on Welcome to the Jungle: how to get past the filters (practical guide)

No Response on Indeed? Here's Probably Why

CV With No Experience in 2026: The Complete Guide to Landing Your First Interview

Career Change CV 2026: Getting Past the ATS When You Switch Fields

LinkedIn Profile in 2026: The 10 Things Recruiters Actually Look At

After the ATS: the complete guide to turning an interview into a job offer

Applying on APEC: optimising your executive CV for ATS filters

How to follow up on a job application by email without being pushy

CVs in English: how to adapt your CV to apply abroad in 2026

Should you put a photo on your CV? The 2026 country-by-country guide

The American CV: a guide to applying for jobs in the United States in 2026

CVs for Canada: rules, format and differences from France in 2026

German CV (Lebenslauf): the rules for applying in Germany in 2026

British CV: the rules for applying in the United Kingdom in 2026

Swiss CV: the rules for applying in Switzerland in 2026

Spanish CV: the rules for applying in Spain in 2026

Belgian CV: the rules for applying in Belgium in 2026

Nurse CV: structure, skills, and examples for 2026

Sales associate CV: the example that lands interviews in 2026

Assistant CV: administrative, executive, sales — the 2026 guide

Dutch CV: the rules for applying in the Netherlands in 2026

Italian CV: the rules for applying in Italy in 2026

Portuguese CV: the rules for applying in Portugal in 2026

Luxembourg CV: the rules for applying in Luxembourg in 2026

Nursing Assistant CV (France): Structure, Skills and Examples for 2026

Server CV: The Example That Gets You Hired in Restaurants (2026)

Order Picker CV: Skills, CACES and Examples (2026)

Forklift Operator CV: CACES R489, Safety and Examples for 2026

Medical Secretary CV: Skills, Software and Examples (2026)

Janitor / Cleaning Agent CV: Skills and Examples (2026)

Warehouse Clerk CV: Skills, CACES and Examples for 2026

Security Guard CV: Professional Card, CQP APS and Examples (2026)

Pediatric Nursing Assistant CV: Skills and Examples (2026)

Delivery Driver CV: License, Skills and Examples for 2026

Legal Counsel CV in France: Structure, Specialties and Examples for 2026

CV for Dubai and the UAE: Format, Photo and Mistakes to Avoid in 2026

CV for Australia (Working Holiday and Expats): The Australian CV Explained

Service Civique on a CV: Where to Put It and How to Describe It

CV After 50: What to Keep, What to Cut, What to Highlight

Cashier CV: Example, Skills and Summary

Your next interview starts with a better CV.