When it comes to crafting the ideal CV, it may appear that everyone is an expert. Unfortunately, when it comes to what is right and wrong, public opinion is frequently divided. It might be difficult to tell the difference between the two, whether you're just starting in your career or have more experience as a job seeker.
So, how can you tell the difference between facts and myths when it comes to your CV?
Here are six CV facts and myths to consider when preparing your resume:
FACTS 1. The finest design is a simple one: Why? Employers want the information presented straightforwardly so that they can make an informed decision quickly. The best option is to use a simple Microsoft Word document. Clear fonts in black and white, as well as simple layouts, are preferred by the majority of employers and recruiters. In some industries, a creatively created CV is frowned upon, and it can be difficult to download and read.
2. Work experience is more significant than academic credentials: Employers can see how well you perform academically from your grades, but they can't determine what you're like in the job. An employer will most likely spend approximately five seconds verifying that you have the required qualifications before moving on. The individual reviewing your CV is more interested in your work experience and accomplishments than in your BSc in Microbiology (sorry...). 3. Your soft skills should be highlighted : If you tell the recruiter exactly what you can do, you'll have a better chance of getting an interview. Soft skills (also known as transferable skills) are skills that you can learn and develop in any employment. Teamwork, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and time management are all common in customer service jobs for example. Make sure your past roles on your CV are documented, and that you fully express what skills you acquired and how you acquired them. Don't be scared to spell it out; it will assist you in persuading the reader in less than 30 seconds!
With only 30 seconds to make a good first impression, it's critical to sell yourself as much as possible using an 11 point font on two sides of A4. The idea is to consider yourself as an employer and edit, edit, edit!!!
MYTHS.
1. It's a 'one-size-fits-all' document that may be used for any job: We're sorry to tell you this, but emailing the same CV over and over isn't an option. Recruiters can tell who is passionate about the job and who is just sending out CVs to see who bites. In their view, you've undoubtedly applied to hundreds of others with no genuine interest or attention, and if you did get a response, you'd have no idea who the company was.
Take the time to investigate the position you're going for and personalize your CV to meet the job's needs, and your chances will skyrocket.
Remember: Spending more time and effort on two or three jobs is preferable to apply to ten jobs without even reading the job description. 2. A few typos and grammatical faults are to be expected, nothing to be concerned about: it's critical that you go over your CV and proofread it for text and presentation errors. Although an occasional spelling error may not appear to be a major flaw, it will reflect a lack of attention to detail and haste in its creation. There's no point in risking losing out because your competitors utilized spell checks on their document while you didn't, especially if one of the required skills is 'attention to detail.'.
3. Work gaps must be explained fully: it's okay if you didn't work for a few years because you were having a baby or had to deal with a family emergency that left you jobless for a year. You have a right to a private life outside of work, and you don't have to share every element of it with your potential employer. Maintain a professional tone in your CV and emphasize the positive rather than the negative. Recruiters are more interested in your experience and talents, so any gaps of less than a year are unlikely to be a barrier to gaining the job.
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