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.

Before you telephone:

• Have the advertisement with you.
• Make sure that you have pen and paper.
• Write down the person's name beforehand.
• Have your CV with you.
• Plan when you could attend an interview.
• Avoid using telephones in noisy places.

During your telephone call:

• Speak clearly.
• Ask for the person you want to speak to.
• Give your name and the reason for telephoning.
• Use the person's name.
• Ask if it is convenient to talk.
• Refer to your CV to answer questions.
• Use short, concise answers.
• Say that you would like to attend an interview.
• Thank the person for talking to you.