Is your CV up to Scratch?
CV Writing
- Remember, the first page of your CV can determine whether you get an interview or not.
This is prime selling space to summarise the exact information an Agency is looking for. - At the top of your CV put your name, mobile and email address
- No need to write 'Curriculum Vitae' as this takes up valuable space.
- Summarise your specific skill set on your first page with your years of experience
SKILL-SET |
YEARS EXPERIENCE |
|---|---|
Hardware Platforms: |
|
Windows |
5 |
Unix |
3 |
Languages: |
|
C++ |
5 |
Java |
4 |
Points to Remember
- Always spellcheck you CV.
- Get someone else to proof read your CV to check for grammar mistakes.
- Make your CV easy on the eye. Have adequate spacing throughout and use bullet-points wherever possible.
- Have concise and appropriate headings.
- You should tailor your CV for each position applied for. This should be in your summary at the beginning and within your work experience.
- Never repeat yourself, whether it's individual points about yourself or phrases you like to use.
- For further info check out www.contractoruk.com/news/00405.html
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