Make Your CV Stand Out
More may not equate to impressive when it comes to putting your CV together. You might have been involved in plenty of stuff throughout school and college but putting everything on your CV may not turn out to be a very good idea. The key here is to filter the information and retain only those achievements which show off the skills you need to handle your professional responsibilities. Therefore the first thing on the list should be to separate what is important and what is not.
If you have a clear idea about the profile you are applying for and the specific roles you will have, try to think about the things you have done so far which are similar to what you will be doing. If you are a fresher, you can think of instances where you have captained a team or represented a school to highlight your leadership and people skills. If you have work experience, you should give importance to those roles which your future employer is looking for. The relevant information should be prominent on your CV while the other details can be listed as a separate section titled “Other Activities” if not omitted altogether.
A CV that’s crisp and straightforward is sure to stand out amidst others. More information to come in subsequent posts.
What Does Your CV Look Like?
To impress the recruiters and bag your dream job, you need to be careful about how your Resume/CV looks. Initially when you are applying for a job, it’s your CV which will do the talking on your behalf and taking care to make it stand out will enhance your chances of getting the interview call. We are all familiar with the fact that we require a CV as we step into professional life but many of us approach the task of putting it together rather carelessly and have to face rejection at the initial screening as a result.
It is therefore advisable to do some reading and find out how to make your CV more prominent. Many candidates, including you, will be apply and companies will try to shortlist those who have the right skills and experience for the vacant profiles they are looking to fill. Therefore when you have a particular opening in mind, make sure you highlight all that you have done so far that satisfy the company’s requirements. Some organizations will ask for a cover letter in addition to your CV for information which a CV can’t provide.Time spent on knowing what companies look for from candidates when they apply is a good investment and will surely enable you to get ahead.
You can take a look at this article on monster.com for some good tips on how to prepare a CV and cover letter.