How To Write A Good Cv-00-4311

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A CV (curriculum vitae) is Latin for ‘life story' and there are many correct and far more incorrect ways to put together your career life story to display to any potential employer. A CV is similar to a personal advertisement about your background, history and qualifications and the main point of it is to sell yourself to a new employer by creating an easy-to-read personal profile.

Basic dos and don'ts

Always include the following:

Personal details

Name, address, email address, website (if applicable) and telephone number.

Interests

Hobbies, activities that are related to the job you applying for and any volunteer work.

Education

Start with the most recent place of study, include all courses and certificates that you have achieved i.e. first aid and list all qualifications including subject and grade.

Skills

Extra skills that are relevant to the job, second language and driving licence etc.

Work experience

Include the details of your most recent job first and include your duties and responsibilities and your reasons for leaving i.e. ...
... to aim higher in your career, more money etc.

References

Names of professional people, not relatives, who can vouch for you and include ways to contact them as well as details about how the referee knows you.

Never talk about negative aspects of yourself as the whole objective of a CV is to sell yourself. Always put yourself in the place of the person who will be receiving the CV and read it back to ensure it sounds interesting and appealing to someone who doesn't know you. Remember that you want to stand out from the rest of the applicants from the very start and a well put together CV is the first step on the way to securing an interview.

How to create a CV for a student

One of the downsides to being a student or a recent graduate is the lack of experience that you have in the workplace, which makes the draw of your CV all the more influential. A good place to start is to go to the career advice office on your campus or at school as they will be able to assist you to create a CV in person. It is vital to remember that an employer is looking for a CV that stands out from the crowd so ensure that you make it unique, descriptive and above all captivating. The idea is to make them want to meet you so pull them in by making your CV catchy and memorable.

Presentation and covering letter

The presentation is the key to a successful CV and it is vital to appear professional by paying acute attention to detail. Use a clear font that is neither too big nor too small and make the headings bold so it is clear what is in each section. Clarity makes your CV organised, which in turn speaks volumes for your character, and an easy to read CV is always an attractive one. A covering letter is vital as it is essential that your CV not only goes to the correct person but also that the person it is aimed at knows which job you are applying for. The means that the letter should be direct and to the point but also interesting enough that it persuades them to look through your CV. Don't be shy or modest; sell yourself without coming across too arrogant and make them want you.

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