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How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Writing a CV

A C.V. is a document that gives your employer an overview of your academic and professional background. Thus, it must be created with great care. However, some people don't usually focus on creating this document properly, causing them to eventually lose valuable job opportunities. Here is a guide on how to avoid very common mistakes when writing a CV.

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    Write a proper heading for your CV. You should include your name in bold, followed by your contact details.
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    Never include your photograph on your CV unless you are told to do so by the employer.
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    Make sure your font size is 11 or 12.
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    Check for spelling mistakes with a spell-check tool, but remember to proofread it yourself. Make sure that there are no spelling errors or poor vocabulary usage.
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    Avoid using the same words again and again to describe your work experience. Try using a variety of different words to show your wide range of writing skills.
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    Always include an email address in your CV so that the employer can contact you for an interview. Avoid using funny email addresses. Employers are only attracted to email addresses that sound professional.
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    Divide your CV into sections with the help of proper headings in order to make it clear and easy to read.
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    Make a consistent layout of your CV. Set the margins evenly on both sides of the page and give proper spaces between each heading. Use verbs in a consistent manner. For example, if you are describing your past job, all verbs should be in the past tense.
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    Avoid using the “I-attitude.” You should always write your CV in third person because employers also emphasize that it is the best way to write it.
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    Write a professional profile. A professional profile is basically a short statement at the start of a CV which gives an overview of your key personal and professional qualities.
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    Choose a proper order for your headings. Put your education and qualification before your employment history (as required), for example.
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    Use bulleted points. Employers don’t have time to read large paragraphs. They have to review and pick out the information quickly.
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    Write a cover letter. Your CV should always accompany one. A cover letter is a sales document that gives an overview of the position being applied for, and how your skills and qualifications match the requirements of the position.
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    Always use a reverse sequential order in your CV. For example, write your most recent information first, followed by the previous information and then the oldest.
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    Do not include references in your CV. They’re just a waste of space and they often get bothered.


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