CVs and Interviews

Securing a new job has never been so difficult BUT some would say landing an interview has never been so difficult. There is increased competition for jobs therefore CV’s have to stand out. I read an article that they estimate that 120 people apply for every job. I cannot confirm this BUT some of my HR contacts indicate that they receive a lot of paper (CV’s) these days.

Your CV must stand out in the crowd if you want to get called for interviews. Below are some steps to follow that will help give yourself the best possible chance.

Don’t let the spelling and grammar gremlins ruin your chances. I am not going to write too much about this basic stuff. Spelling, Grammar and Clean & Simple format.

First page of your CV is the important page. If it doesn’t make 1st page it is not important info. Don’t assume that an employer will take the time to read beyond this. Help the reader save time and energy by locating relevant data as early in the CV as possible.

Less is more – focus your content to relevant data. Try not to clutter your CV with irrelevant information. Help the reader find what they want – emphasis on relevant and less emphasis on irrelevant data.

Achievements and successes bring a CV to live and help you stand out in the crowd. This could be that little edge that makes your CV stand out over the competition.

Remember our Career Workshop on 25th April in Dublin – for info email info@measurability.ie

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