13 ways that The Great British Bake Off is like your job search

13 ways that The Great British Bake Off is like your job search by Michael Cheary So, another year of the Great British Bake Off is upon us.And with so much uncertainty about the next series already (#TeamBerry), it seemed like a perfect time to look back and see what weve learned from the last few years. So, to mark the occasion, were taking a break from bringing you the latest CV tips and interview advice, to see how the some peoples experiences from their time in the tent  can be applied to our own.Here are 13 ways the Great British Bake Off is like your job search (tenuous links and soggy bottoms on standby):1. When you finally sit down to update your CVHow to write a CV2. When  you try and use your old CV as a template, but its all just clip art and Comic Sans  Free CV template3. When all you can think of for hobbies is ‘I enjoy socialising with friends’ Should I include hobbies and interests in my CV?  4. When you read it back to yourself for the first time Five lines that are killing your CV  5. When you put the effort in, fina lly get your CV done, nail your cover letter and bag yourself that first interviewPre-interview checklist6. When it’s time to get ready for the interview How to prepare for an interview7. When you walk in one minute late for the interview 12 things you should never do at an interview8. When you try and do something different to stand out from the crowd Job interview nightmares revealed9. When you’re asked: ‘Where do you see yourself in five years’ time?’   How to answer common interview questions10. When the recruiter starts using the word ‘leverage’. A lot…   Revealed: The 10 most annoying office phrases11. When you can’t think of any questions to ask at the end of the interview Interview questions: What you should be asking12. When you sit and wait by the phone all weekend, anxiously waiting for it to ring  Why havent they called? Asking for interview feedback13. When finally, you get offered that dream job: How to start a new jobThink weve missed any? Share them with us on twitter @reedcouk  using #GBBO.Still searching for your perfect position?  View all of our current vacancies nowImage credithttps://ichef.bbci.co.uk/images/ic/1200675/p02y7lkd.jpgFind a job What Where Search JobsSign up for more Career AdviceSign up for moreCareer Advice Please enter a valid email addressmessage hereBy clicking Submit you agree to the terms and conditions applicable to our service and acknowledge that your personal data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy and you will receive emails and communications about jobs and career related topics. Features