CV & Interviews
1. CV & Target Position
When a recruiter looks at your CV, the position that an applicant is interested in should be naturally logical step in their career. It shows that an applicant is focused and building a powerful career. However this will not always be the case – you may be changing your career, venturing into a related field of work or applying for a position that you are passionate about. If the information in your CV does not show a logical step in your career, it should provide adequate information about the skills and competencies that will be useful for the position.
2. CV Powered Up
Get the employers’ attention is by using powerful, descriptive words in your CV. It must denote the capabilities of the applicant. For example, instead of writing, “assigned to be”, write instead “in-charge of,” indicating that the applicant has supervisory skills. This should be matched to the requirements of the position. Obviously, the CV must be a fair, truthful reflection of the applicant. Don’t play CV word games to inflate your prior role and responsibilities.
3. CV Bullets
A bullet catches the eye of an employer in a second. Use bullets in itemizing achievements, career highlights, recognition, qualifications, and skills and interests. Bullets also create more clear space in the CV, contributing to the overall presentation and disclosure of your career information. While bulleted phrases “forces” the employer to read the information, don’t over bullet your CV. Otherwise you run the risk of your CV getting the bullet and being dead in 60 seconds.
4. References on your CV
Choose credible references that can provide the employer with a candid account of your character, performance and X-factor. A few solid references, from past employers, co-workers and peers can tip the scale in your favour. For each reference, check that their contact information is valid and up to date.
Lastly, if your CV is not hitting the target, get expert CV help. Contact us to explore further.
February 9, 2012
Career