How to compile Cv
The purpose of your CV is to get an INTERVIEW!
This is why it is essential to spend some time, plan and get it right.
The covering letter is usually read first. Then if the reader is impressed
he/she will quickly scan the first one or two pages of your CV, but
only TO AFFIRM A DECISION ALREADY MADE.
The 5 Second Rule:-Your CV has only 5 seconds to get the attention of a prospective employer. Yes, it can be done that quickly. First impressions last, so make sure yours looks good.
THE COVERING LETTER
The covering letter needs to do 3 things;
I. Introduce yourself
II. Specifically address the position criteria
III. Make the reader want to continue to your CV and find out more
The reader expects the covering letter to convey upfront that you
can do the job that you applied for. An affirmative impression will
lead on to reading the CV expecting to see examples of your claims.
HOW THE CV SHOULD LOOK LIKE
This is the most commonly used CV format and with a covering letter
Personal Details
1. Education
2. Further Education
3. Work History
4. Technical/Computer/Software skills
5. and lastly Referees
HOW TO ORDERLY WRITE
1. Place your most recent education / work first, then work in reverse
order to the oldest.
2. Include the start MM/YY and end dates MM/YY for each position
3. The title of your position
4. Duties & Responsibilities in bullet point format
5. Achievement statement with each position
6. Don't be fancy, or verbose, less is more and use a clear font type
and standard size
7. Do check your spelling.
WHAT YOUR RESUME/CV MUST HAVE
1. Full name & Address
2. Contact Details. i.e. Home telephone, Mobile, Email
3. Licenses (Trade, Driver, etc)*
4. Computer, Software, Technical Skills
5. Citizenship or Visa Status (Working Holiday & expiry date,
PR, etc.)*
6. Chronological Work History (most recent work first)
7. Education (Primary, Tertiary)
8. Other Training or Courses
9. Referees
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