The CV
The CV is the most important part of the application. Certain best practices apply. The content is, of course, determined by your education, background, and experience. However, a good presentation of your information and how well it focuses on the job posting are also important.
Employers prefer to receive a clear CV with a well-designed layout. If the CV does not meet this requirement, the odds of being offered the job will decrease drastically.
Best Practices • The general rule for a CV is to arrange the content in a reverse chronological order, i.e., most recent training and experience at the top. • It is important to include information in your profile or in your objective that relates specifically to the position for which you are applying. • Imagine that your CV is like a window display at a store: An orderly window with exactly the right items on display will draw attention far more effectively than a messy and disorderly one. • A general rule of thumb for the length of a CV should be one and a half pages for newer professionals and a maximum of two pages for experienced professionals. • Almost all employers in today’s digital world uses a candidate database in which keywords and techniques are searched. Be strategic and include relevant keywords in your CV. • Keep your CV updated even when you are not searching for jobs so you can ensure that it is up-to-date at all times.
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