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Guiding and your CV
Everyone tells you that the activities and roles you do in guiding look great on your CV – but how do you put guiding in there in an effective way that makes sense to someone who doesn’t belong to Girlguiding UK? This page is designed to give you a few helpful hints and tips.
Where to put guiding on your CV   Where to put guiding on your CV
Guiding could go in several places on your CV – so be careful you don’t overload it with the same message!
Jargon   Jargon
Remember, because you are a member of Girlguiding UK, words like Guider, Warrant, Look Wider and Queen’s Guide Award mean something to you – but to someone who has no involvement in the Movement, it’s like speaking a different language!
Questionnaires   Questionnaires
Sometimes companies send you a questionnaire and ask you to give specific examples of situations.
General CV hints and tips   General CV hints and tips
Here are some useful general tips to help you maximise your guiding experience when applying for jobs.