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Bad times call for good CVs!!
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We know the job market is slow and competition is tough so how can you get the job you want?
So the economy is in recession and you have been made redundant (or are potentially about to be), a frightening prospect at anytime, so you dust off your CV and start sending it out, however, given that so many employees are looking for work and competition is so tough you need to ensure you stand out from the crowd.
Where we were receiving 20 applications for a role we are now receiving 80 so write your CV as if you are selling a product, a unique product at that, YOU, someone the company needs to employ! This will immediately set you apart from other candidates trying for the same position.
The key to writing a CV is to do a more convincing job of selling yourself than your competitors do. Along with a well-written and again tailored cover letter it can open countless doors.
Many applicants apply to a large number of positions using the same CV for each, however, to easily improve the chances being noticed, target it to the potential employer.
Focus on the elements of your background or experience that match the job description and remember, a potential employer may spend only 20 or 30 seconds to quickly size up your CV before deciding whether it goes through or goes in the bin!
Apart from carefully reading the initial advert, research the company and check out their website to find out whatever you can about their products and services, management and employees.
I once heard a saying “In love and jobs, first impressions matter...”and at the moment it couldn’t be more true!
When it comes to creating an outstanding CV that grabs a recruiter’s attention (in a positive way) and therefore improves your chances of getting an interview try the following:
Before you start the actual CV writing, make sure you have a clear sense of what the recruiters are looking for.
Write a strong profile that highlights your skills, capabilities, and achievements.
Remember to include "work based achievements".
Use short, snappy sentences with action verbs (accomplished, headed, drove sales, etc.) that grab your reader’s attention and portray you as someone who gets things done.
Accurate and up-to-date content is absolutely essential. Don't exaggerate or fib.
Use bulleted lists for skills and achievements.
Grammar. Ask a friend or colleague with good grammar to read and check your CV and don't forget to spell check - it is essential it be free of spelling errors and typos
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