Interests and hobbies

1. What are hobbies and interests?

A hobby is an activity that you regularly pursue for enjoyment purposes, particularly during your leisure time. These are activities that generally relieve you from stress, tension or fatigue.

What are examples of hobbies for a CV?

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   Playing sports (football, tennis, etc.)
   
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   Playing chess and solving puzzle games
   
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   Reading and writing books and articles
   
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   Drawing, sketching and painting
   
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   Cooking and baking
   
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   Travelling
   

An interest is an activity that you want to do or are currently doing on an irregular basis.

What are examples of personal interests for a CV?

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   Organising events in the community
   
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   Being involved with charities
   
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   Volunteering at local companies, clubs and organisations
   
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