What makes a good CV
by The CV Store
How many pages should a CV be? As a general rule, a CV / resume should be no more than around 2 pages in length – a recent graduate should stick to around 1 page, whereas, a senior manager could stretch to around 3 pages.What personal information do I need to include?NEVER include information detailing your height, weight, place of birth etc – not only is this irrelevant but it will waste much-needed space needed for more relevant information. You only need to state your date of birth, nationality, marital status and if you hold a driving licence. What else should my CV / resume include?1: A chronological account of your employment background (start from the most recent job and go backwards)2: Details of any recent qualifications / professional development courses – especially if they relate to the job being applied for3: Details of any achievements – try to back them up with solid facts where possible4: Extra-curricular activities – again, only if relevant to job being applied for!! Common CV / resume mistakes:It has been found that approximately 50 of CVs contain spelling mistakes – this will not only portray you as being careless but you could also distract the reader's attention from the content. A recent survey found that many people apply for a position using incorrect contact details - check your email / postal address and phone / mobile numbers thoroughly – one digit wrong could lead to a missed call.Many applicants don’t realise that they’re not easily contactable - have you checked your CV / resume for the correct phone / mobile number and do you check your answer phone messages regularly?Don’t waste space and bore a recruiter into reading unnecessary information - there is no need to include details of qualifications you attained at school 20 years ago. Only state recent qualifications / courses and ones that specifically relate to the job you’re applying for. Also, don’t include: reasons for leaving, current salary or any negative comments relating to past employers!
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