Testimonials

"Having completed the process of preparing my CV for the first time in nearly 30 years, I just wanted to formally express my appreciation of not only the final result but the process that you adopted. You extracted the key points in my career to date and expressed them in a succinct and positive style. I could not have prepared my own CV in the powerful and crisp way that you have achieved. I am actually proud of the result -a true compliment from someone who did not recognise the need. My sincere thanks."

Bob Lawson

Chairman, Hays Plc

"I asked the CV House to help me produce the first CV I have ever really needed in a long corporate career. The service was very professional, prompt and courteous, and the result was an accurate, compelling and concise account of my key achievements and career history. I would not hesitate in recommending The CV House to other senior business leaders who need either to create or refresh their CV."

Mike Parker

Group Chief Executive Officer, British Nuclear Fuels

previously Chief Executive Officer, The Dow Chemical Company

" After a long executive career I have been building a portfolio of non executive directorships in different European companies. Since I never had to write a CV in my life, I decided to approach an external company to provide this service. I have been impressed with the quality and efficiency of The CV House Ltd. during the whole process. The initial discussion was very well prepared and focused on concrete contributions and achievements throughout my career. The first draft of the CV was excellent and required only minimal modifications. I feel very good about the structure and crisp content of the document, and with the outstanding feedback I have received so far"

Patrick de Smedt

Experienced Non-Executive Director and previously Chairman, Microsoft Europe, Middle East and Africa

" I had reached a point where I knew I had to re-present my details for particular types of audiences. The CV House helped me do that. The service was quick, painless, objective and efficient -and very good value for money. You have to be comfortable with your CV document and it has to be credible. I'm confident The CV House's contribution has helped me secure new business projects and I would recommend it unreservedly."

Andrew Dalton

Experienced Non-Executive Director and business advisor

Their friendly, professional manner and thorough understanding of the field inspire confidence from the outset. I have no hesitation in recommending The CV House services

Angus Matheson

Chairman and experienced MD and Board Director

"I've had a CV for years for speaking at events and sitting on various bodies. But going for non- executive positions needs something completely different. Although I've advised others on their CVs, it's difficult to be as objective about yourself. The CV House offered a very senior and independent view. The service itself was professional, highly efficient and friendly -we were able to do it by telephone and email. I found it extremely helpful and good value for money. My final CV is a lot sharper than I would have achieved on my own and inevitably drew out some points I would have missed without the outside perspective."

Victoria Tomlinson

Founder owner, Northern Lights PR

"Having worked in the Financial Services sector for over 20 years without the need to produce a CV or indeed look for a new challenge, it became very clear that help was needed. The CV House provided a very caring and courteous service in helping me produce a quality document that met the requirements of all the big search and selection agents. The long conversation we had on content, their attention to detail and document layout was beyond my own capability! It resulted in a piece of work that was very professional and pertinent. Money very well spent and recommended."

Douglas Gardner

Chief Executive, Financial Services sector

" We all make an impression in seconds….your CV needs to do the same. Yet too many are either rambling and self-congratulatory or bland and uninformative.” “Every year at Directorbank we get sent many thousands of CVs. They have to pass the 30 second test…..am I interested enough in you after half a minute to continue reading? That first page is therefore crucial – it needs to summarise your career history and key achievements….luring me into wanting to know more. The document must be concise, informative and relevant. I cannot be expected to know the name, sector and size of every company in the world. I don’t want to hear that you are a “born leader”, a “natural communicator” or an “intuitive profitmaker” – your achievements will tell me that. I have little interest in the occupations of candidate’s children or the names of their pets. Most executives are both modest and moderate at marketing themselves on paper – and yet a bad CV (often unfairly) reflects so badly on you. Your CV is your key career marketing tool – you may well not get on to the interview longlist unless it accurately reflects you in some detail. Like a scruffy suit, spelling and grammar mistakes and a poor layout create the impression of a shabby approach to business. We looked for a long time to find an expert CV writer to partner with. Janet Moran and the team at the CV House are extremely good. They listen, they translate and they bring you to life in a clear and professional way. It’ll be the wisest sum of money you can spend in your career search. Testimonials from some of the most successful business people in the land prove it!"