Writing a CV is only part of the job hunting process. Howard Dowding has written an excellent guide covering all aspects of finding a new job. Some of this great advice appears here with his kind permission.

Personal circumstances
What are your major personal strengths?
What are your weak points?
What has been your best achievement?
Do you have many friends?
Do you drink or smoke?
How would you describe your health?

Attitudes
Are you interested in politics?
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What is your idea of success?
Is a large salary important to you?
Do you dislike any school/college staff or work colleagues?

Academic attainments
Why are you not continuing to study?
Why did you choose your particular subjects?
Which is your favourite subject?
What examinations are you planning to take?
Are you planning further part-time study?

Work experience
What jobs have you had to date?
Did you like working? Did you get on well with your supervisor?
Did you like your colleagues?
Did you deal with the public?
What responsibilities have you had?

Other activities
What activities do you participate in?
Do you belong to any clubs?
What are your hobbies?
Are you a member of a team?
Have you ever been a captain or team leader?
What type of books do you read?
Which television programmes do you watch?
Which countries have you visited?

About this job
Why did you apply to us and why do you want this job?
What do you know about us?
What do know about this type of work?
Have you discussed this work with anyone?
Do you know anyone who works here?
Would you be willing to travel?
Have you been for any other interviews?
Which qualities do you think are important for this job?
Why do you think that you are suitable?

The future
What are your long-term aims?
How long would you stay with us?
Are you ambitious?
Would you mind being relocated?
Would you be willing to work abroad?