Top 10 Tips on how to write the perfect CV by Ri

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Top 10 Tips on how to write the perfect CV

Published on Mar 28, 2019

Did you know that the average recruiter or hiring manager spends just 6 seconds reading a CV? Here are our 10 top tips on how to write the perfect CV so that you can capture their attention in those scant seconds and get invited to interview.

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#1 Make it pleasing to the eye

with simple and consistent formatting and organisation

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#2 Tailor it for the role you’re applying for

highlighting specific qualities that match you to the role

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#3 Be clear about your accomplishments

by emphasising your successes and your impact in previous roles

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#4 Show your loyalty

by making it clear how long you’ve spent at previous positions

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#5 Include your LI profile

and show your personal brand off to its best advantage

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#6 Write a great personal statement

Who are you and what can you offer the company?

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#7 Put items in chronological order

Employers are more interested in your recent past than your longer term past

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#8 Don’t leave gaps

Employers will be suspicious of obvious gaps - so explain them

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#9 Be honest

Blatant lies on your CV can land you in a whole heap of trouble

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#10 Check, and check it again

You will definitely hit the decline pile if you have typos

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Your CV is your chance to make a great first impression and secure yourself an interview. If you follow these top ten tips, you may find yourself invited to interview.
Good luck!

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Ri Ferrier

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