Your CV should include your contact information, a CV summary or objective, your work experience, education, and skills.
Other optional sections for your CV may include certifications and awards, languages, hobbies and interests, and relevant social media channels.
Keep in mind that the essential information on your CV is simply meant to give employers a snapshot of your qualifications – so make sure this section is clear and concise.
In terms of format, you can choose to list your information chronologically or by relevance according to the job you’re applying for.
Don’t forget to proofread your CV before sending it off!
Should your CV have a picture of you?
There’s no need to add a photo to your CV in most cases. Photos take up valuable space and they don’t generally contribute anything useful to an application. If you’re in a country or industry where photos are required, make sure it looks professional and takes up minimal space.
Do I put my address on my CV?
It is not necessary to include an address on a CV, and omitting this information will not make you ineligible for a job. Instead of a full address, you can just list the town and county.
If you are interested in a particular job, you may want to consider relocating to be closer to it.
How many jobs should you list on CV?
A CV should only include your last 10-15 years of employment, or your last 5-6 positions in reverse chronological order. This is to make sure your CV is concise and relevant. Recruiters don’t care about what you did 20 or 30 years ago.
How do you make your CV stand out visually?
Start with a professional summary.
Keep it concise.
Highlight the important information.
Use quantitative information whenever possible.
Use clear section headings.
Create white-space for easy reading.
Use common fonts that will be easily readable by anyone scanning your resume quickly.
I Leon Thompson am a Human Resources Expert. I have worked in the field for over 15 years, and during that time I have gained invaluable experience and knowledge.
I am also a CV expert and Resume Expert, so I know what employers are looking for when they review applications. This gives me an advantage when helping clients to create resumes and CVs that will stand out from the crowd.