If you are looking for a job, you have to take the right approach to the process. It is common knowledge that the present economic climate poses some very real questions for a job hunter – key among them being “why should the employer choose you instead of the several other applicants?”.
There is an important [...]
Do attach a list of potential referees and their contact details.
Do be positive.
Do highlight key words.
Do be honest.
Do keep your CV up to date.
Do check your spelling and grammar.
Do keep your CV concise.
Don’t attach written references, just a list of potential referees.
Don’t date your CV.
Don’t mention political affiliations.
Don’t use unnecessary words.
Don’t mention personal characteristics such [...]
A CV (curriculum vitae) is a summary of your skills and experience.
Employers use CVs to help them decide who to invite to an interview.
In Build my Job Seeking Skills, get some tips on how to look for a job, prepare for an interview and get on at work.
In Build my CV Confidence, identify your own [...]
What are the different styles of CV?
How long should my CV be?
How should I present my CV?
What writing style should l use?
Do I need different CVs for different jobs?
Doesn’t everyone stretch the truth a bit on their CV?
Where can I get more help with my CV?
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As well as needing a CV for job applications, you might also need a CV if you want to apply for a course, for promotion or for voluntary work. So it helps to have your CV ready with all your current details on it. Listen to Careers Coach Alison
THE MARKS OF A GOOD CURRICULUM VITAE!
A Curriculum Vitae should be a well-written concise document that is no longer than two-pages.
Printed on a good quality paper, typically 100gsm in weight and watermarked.
Well presented and laid out, with lots of white space. Avoid complex formatting, shading, boxes and stylised fonts.
Avoid using long paragraphs and sentences.
Keep your [...]
Think of your CV as your shop window – it must effectively display your experience, skills and qualities in a very short period of time. The following tips will help you produce a CV that does just that.
1. Keep it short and clear
Before you start, choose the right structure for your CV. The most important [...]