4. It is frequently said that the objective of the CV is for the applicant to pass from the first phase of sending the CV to the interview by being selected. Is this really the objective? For every single job posting we are sending our résumé to? But let’s take these one step at a time…
7. Information that need to be included Personal Information Education Professional Experience Languages Other Knowledge(e.g. using the computer, musical ability etc.) References Annexes (e.g. publications, seminars)
8. Standard Format for the CV Europass format Available at the following internet address: http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu Guidelines also available
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10. Questions about the context that need to be made Do I know more details about the company I am submitting my CV to? Do I know details about the position? Do I happen to know the department or event the position of the person responsible for the recruiting process? How do the answers to the questions above change the CV (e.g. think about a posting for marketing position or a sales department opening)
11. Choices Filetype of the CV (e.g. pdf, doc) CV format (e.g. Europass or something home-made) Truetype fonts
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13. Awareness of the reason behind writing the CV Being clear and concise Giving proper attention to details Focusing on what’s important
14. Time for self-awareness… What is the characteristic that differentiates you?What is your competitive advantage?Can this be emphasized in the CV or not?
15. Final Advice Keep 2 different CVs updated at all times – one brief (1-2 pages) and a more extensive one (full CV). Your CV is your chance to stop and wonder who you are and where you are heading… Does your CV reflect your desired job position and the image you have of yourself? What would you change or add to that?
16. And one step further… Your CV is your persona – the first impression others have of you. So… do you want to show the world who you really and truly are, or not? Why?
