“Mijn cv was al een tijdje niet bijgewerkt. CV-Refresher maakte er in korte tijd een veel sterker en moderner cv van. Vooral de koppeling met de vacature vond ik goed. De motivatiebrief sloot daardoor echt aan op de functie. Ik vond het ook prettig dat ik met vier sliders zelf de toon kon bepalen, bijvoorbeeld zakelijker of juist wat ontspannener en warmer. Daardoor voelde de uiteindelijke brief echt als mijn eigen verhaal.”
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August 6, 2026
Applying for Jobs Abroad: Why Your Dutch Resume Doesn't Work
A resume format that works in the Netherlands can actually work against you in Germany or the US. Here are the differences by country, and how to adapt your resume accordingly.

August 6, 2026
The Story Behind CV Refresher: Why We Started This
CV Refresher was built by two people who reviewed resumes themselves, day after day. Here's what they noticed — and why they decided to do something about it.

August 6, 2026
Second-Guessing a New Job? Here's What's Really Holding You Back
Three out of four Americans dream of a different job at some point, but most stay put. These are the doubts holding you back — and three small steps forward.

August 6, 2026
The Compensation Talk: How to Negotiate Without the Awkwardness
Salary is only one part of the package. Here's how to prepare for the compensation conversation and get the most out of it beyond just base pay.

August 6, 2026
Preparing for a Job Interview: How to Walk In With Confidence
About 90% of interview questions can be anticipated in advance. With this four-step preparation, you'll walk in with confidence.

August 6, 2026
Writing a Cover Letter: The 5 Mistakes That Cut Your Chances in Half
Candidates who include a cover letter get invited for interviews almost twice as often. These are the five mistakes that ruin most cover letters.

August 6, 2026
Resume Tips 2026: How to Actually Get Past the ATS Filter
Three-quarters of large Dutch employers screen resumes with AI before a human ever sees them. Here's how to make sure your resume gets through that filter.

August 6, 2026
Salary Negotiation: 60% Leave Money on the Table | Here's How to Do It Right
Sixty percent of employees never negotiate their salary. That costs an average of $3,000 to $8,000 per year. In four steps, learn how to actually do it.
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