So, before I give you a sample CV to mull over,
just a few final thoughts on the subject. If you think about
it, the main purpose of a CV is to get you through the door for
an interview. Having got you the interview, obviously it is
then up to you to perform.
However, the CV needs to have three basic
ingredients to get you that interview offer. These ingredients
are as follows:
The CV should clearly show that you have
always contributed in a positive fashion to whatever job
you have been doing.
It should also demonstrate your organisation,
goal- orientation and that you are ambitious.
Finally, the CV should get over an image to the
person reading it that says "you have
got to interview me to find out more".
It is these three vital factors that put
the necessary "sell" into your CV. If you get all of these
elements into your resume, you will create a positive effect
on the reader, and you are much more likely to get called
for interview. Many CV's I see do not have these ingredients,
so simply by following the rules laid out in this chapter, you
will put yourself ahead of, probably about 60%, of the
opposition. Not a bad place to be, eh?
Research (from the USA) indicates that if you
include relevant work experience with accomplishments, and put
together an organised CV in an attractive format, it does get
you noticed. The overall message - YOUR CV COUNTS - make
sure it is right!
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