What is a CV?
Put simply a CV (curriculum vitae) (American résumé) is
a life history detailing professional, educational and personal achievements.
It is used to demonstrate an individual's skills and potential
to employers. Ultimately a CV is a considered personal marketing tool
used to get you the opportunity to pitch yourself to potential employers.
Why do I need a CV?
CVs are now considered to be an essential marketing tool to facilitate finding employment.
A CV should be considered as an initial pitch to employers. CVs are a
summary of achievement and an indicator of future potential and therefore
act as a distinguishing instrument.
How do I order?
When it comes to ordering our service we strive to make the process as
simple as possible.
We offer a range of payment methods including:
1. Online ordering from our secure online facility.
2. Ordering by post.
3. Ordering by email.
What are your fees?
One Fixed Fee, No Hidden Charges!
Our CV package comes at a fixed price - £49.99
We offer our CV Networking Service for £15
At the original point of purchase we can provide additional copies of
your CV for £1 per copy, extra speculative covering letters for
£1.50 and targeted cover letters for £2 per copy. At a later
date, extra copies of your CV and speculative or targeted cover letters
are provided (subject to minimum order of five), at £1 per copy
and are subject to a £2.50 charge for postage & packaging. Click
here to order
What do I get for your fees?
21st Century CV charge a fixed fee of £49.99, this includes:
• Telephone consultations with an industry expert.
• An emailed draft of your new CV.
• A targeted or a speculative covering letter
• An electronic copy of your final CV and covering letter.
• A hard copy of your CV and covering letter, presented to the highest possible standard.
• A version of your new CV and covering letter on CD.
• All prices are inclusive of postage and packaging.
• A Money Back Guarantee.
How do I pay?
We endeavour to be a flexible as possible with our clients. We are able
to offer payment terms by credit card, cheque (this may result in a delay
to service completion) or by bank transfer.
Why do I need to pay in advance?
Advance payment eliminates the need to chase bad debt, allowing 21st Century
CVs to offer our expertise and comprehensive service at the lowest possible
cost to you!
How long does the service take?
On receipt of our application form and any further necessary documentation
from our client, will endeavour to provide the completed CV within 24hours.
What happens when I send in my order?
Once we receive your order, one of our dedicated consultants will manage
your account providing a single point of contact for all enquiries. Your
account manager will prepare a draft document, which will be emailed to
you for your approval. Once any necessary amendments have been made, you
will usually receive your final emailed copy within 24 hours from submission
of your documents. Your paper and CD versions will be forwarded to you
immediately by first class post.
How do your prices compare to other CV services?
CV consultation and writing service providers offer a diverse range of packages, and their prices vary dramatically. The individual can pay £5 to £5000 to realise their potential. But what is the customer getting for their money?
• Outplacement CV services. These generally charge between £3000 and £5000 and should be avoided. These people are ripping you off! This is a marketing con designed to trick the consumer into paying many times over the fair market price.
• Free CV builder. Generally in life you get what you pay for! You will receive a traditional generic CV but it is unlikely to impress!
• Nearly Free CV services. These are available from £5 to £15. Again, the consumer must investigate how much time and commitment to promoting your true abilities and qualities to employers you will receive from these services. These services providers will mass-produce a bland, traditional CV with little to make the recruiter take the process any further.
• The hourly charge vendor. Between £100 and £500. When prices vary, price rise. Many consumers are persuaded into agreeing into pay for the consultants time, however these services are often outsourced to typists without the necessary industry skills to complete a winning CV.
What if I’m not happy?
If you are not happy with the draft copy will produce, your dedicated
account manager will work with you until we are able to meet your requirements.
In the rare occasion that we are unable to agree on your perfect CV, 21st
Century CVs offer a Money Back Guarantee.
What about data protection?
21st Century CVs keep a copy of your completed CV and copies of paper
documents sent in on application in order to update and amend your CV
throughout your career. We do not forward your documents to any third
party with out your express permission (in cases where the CV distribution
service is utilised).
Do I need to fill out all of the application form?
Yes. Our industry experience has indicated that this is one of the most
efficient methods of getting the information needed to produce your winning
CV. However, this is just one of the methods used. Your account manager
will be liasing with you over the phone and via email to get the maximum
amount of information from our clients.
Do I need to come in?
No. 21st Century CV operates on a national basis and has worked with clients
as far a field as Glasgow and London. Visiting the team at 21st Century
CV is not always convenient. We have designed our processes to allow the
creation of a perfect CV via information gathered over email and telephone.
What will your consultants do for my CV?
Quite simply 21st Century CVs will revolutionise your CV. Our competency
based approach will put your old traditional CV to shame to create a CV
which gets you in front of desired employers.
Why do I need to use a professional CV writer?
Most importantly we have the expertise to know how to get you noticed
by employers. Research has shown that too many candidates submit CV which
are not up to the standards required to impress. 21st Century CVs save
you time and unnecessary stress during the difficult and insecure process
of finding employment.
What are my chances of landing my perfect job with your CV service?
Clearly we are not in a position to guarantee future employment. A CV
is a tool used to get you in front of employers. Much of the successful
recruitment process will be down to the interview stage and beyond. However,
we do claim to improve your CV as a personal marketing tool that will
get you noticed and make the right first impression. Remember, if you
are not happy with the results, our services come with a Money Back Guarantee.
Click here to order and receive a full no obligation information pack.