Our CVs are tools with just one purpose of getting us an opportunity for an interview. It should be as convincing as possible ad present us to the employer as highly employable with the conviction that we do have what it takes to be successful in that position and deliver as required.
You actually don’t have too much time to impress on your CV, as research have indicated the HR personnel only scans your CV and do not have the time to read it. So you must make sure that presenting your CV in the best possible light is achieved before sending it out. You must follow these Tips for a Selling CV
Tips for a Selling CV that gets invited.
- Try to avoid any type of coloured paper or fancy fonts
- Always try to be honest and be bold in showing your skills talents
- Keep a simple format trying to make your point as brief as possible
- It is recommended to always use past tense and more of action words
- You should avoid talking about yourself in the third person pronoun
- Don’t use jargon and acronyms however, if you must use acronyms, use those that are generally understood or known
- Always try to tailor your resume for each particular application.
- It is recommended to profile your previous employer’s company but it must be very brief but concise.
- Your CV should always be result oriented, with proof of your capability and suitability
- Generally, do always proof read your Resume.
As a tips for a Selling CV, only include essential information that is personal to you.
- Full Names
- Your Full and Complete Address
- Your contact details including telephone numbers (day/midnight/mobile)
- Finally your E mail address
Research have shown that the three Items below are tips for a Selling CV and can strengthen your resume;
- Qualifications: Always try to list your list each of your academic and non-academic qualifications in an orderly manner (chronically) and avoid including thing=s that does not matter.
- Employment statements: try to begin with the most recent and current employment, indicating your job description and any reason for leaving your previous employment.
- Interest: it always helpful to list some of your interest however, avoid generalizing try to be more specific and detailed.
