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As with any form of writing you should put yourself in the shoes of the intended recipient. Think about the information
you would need if you were the employer, and about what is relevant and what is not.
The CV must be tailored to the specific vacancy you are
applying for; it is more likely to be successful than a "stock CV"
used for mail shots. It should be tailored to reflect your strengths,
experience, and knowledge relevant to the post for which you are applying - but
be truthful.
Write to reflect the position applied for, identifying the
skills and experience appropriate to the post.
Identify under "Outline of Responsibilities" those
job elements, which you believe to be relevant. Be ruthless about trimming out
other information.
Always stress the positive aspects of your qualifications and
experience and seek to relate those to the job and organisation in question -
use the advert for clues.
Achievements are the most important area. What have you done and what have you changed.
Do not try to include too much information. A CV should provide the potential employer with a snapshot of you with enough relevant information to make him or her want to learn more.
Ensure you account for ALL your time. Any gaps will be spotted.
All qualifications should be included, although as you progress through your career, just your highest academic qualification or professional membership is required.
Always present your employment history in reverse chronological order.
Employers also need to know details such as: -
- marital status
- whether you smoke
- whether you drive and/or own a car
- the state of your general health, details of any recent illnesses
- nationality
- whether or not you have a work permit (if applicable)
- a brief idea of your hobbies and interests
The three most common mistakes were spelling, grammar, and shoddy layouts. Take the time to get these things right. Here are some more essential pieces of advice: -
- Keep the layout simple and use headings in bold to enable information to be readily located.
- An easily readable typeface and well-written format are the keys.
- Always get someone to double-check your CV - there is nothing worse than a CV with glaring typing mistakes and errors.
- Today getting an interview is the hardest part of finding a new job. Improve your chances by spending time on the style of your CV. Make sure it is clear, concise and void of gimmicks.
We have provided you with three examples of a CV in word format:
- Chronological CV template
- Skills CV template
- Qualifications CV template
download them and use them as a template for your own CV.
And at the end of the preparation
Remember
Your potential employer may well have many CV's to read. Those that get to the point with clarity are those that will be selected for interview. Make it as easy as possible for the reader and demonstrate that you know how to get your point across without preparing an essay.
Finally - do not forget to check your spelling one more time!
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