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Name, Address and Telephone number |
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Career objective or self marketing statement |
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Education and Qualifications or Education History |
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Career History or Work Experience |
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Personal/ Interests |
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Referees/references |
Points to consider
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Use reverse chronology - start at the present and work backwards as this draws attention to your most recent and relevant experience
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Begin with a central block of personal info (name, address, telephone, date of birth)
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Place career objective/self marketing statement under this as it helps focus the whole CV
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Emphasise key skills, backed up by proven competence or experience - employers are often more interested in actual skills than academic qualifications
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Use positive, dynamic language and avoid blandness
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Make the personal/hobbies/interest section give a real idea of personality, a glimpse of the person behind the CV
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Phone ahead for the title and name of the person recruiting |
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A Catchy Introduction (I want to work for you) |
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Don't repeat information from your CV |
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Be brief and to the point |
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Explain why you are suited to the position |
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Finish with an assumptive ending ( I'll be in touch or I would appreciate the chance to meet you and can attend for interview at your convenience) |
We hope this has given you some good ideas and suggestions, for more advice do not hesitate to call us.
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