Briggsy Posted January 18, 2009 Posted January 18, 2009 Right guys, i've been in my job ever since i've left school, so i've never had to put a CV together. Apart from the obvious such as qualifications, what else should I include on a CV to make it appealing? Quote
Uberduck Posted January 18, 2009 Posted January 18, 2009 Anybody that knows anything about human resources will tell you to make it no longer than one page. There's no point in rambling on about stuff totally pointless either. If the page is concise and easy to read the employer will take more note. I once read a list of Ricky Gervais 'Office' phrases. There was a humorous one about CV's: "Avoid unlucky employees; throw half the CV's in the bin" Quote
thirddrive Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 I absolutely loathe updating my CV, it's one of those things that is a bit time consuming and frustrating, but when you get a template sorted that you like, it's easy to amend. I definately need to cut mine down - Uber is right that it should really only be one or two sides! But I divide it like this: A tip I received is to put all of your skills/work experience first (after your name on top). I then detail my valid work experience (in the past 3-5 years) and give an overview of duties/experience Then i've split out my soft skills into 3 diff categories: - Communication Skills - Time mangement - Teamwork I then put my main contact details after this: Home address Telephone nos Date & Place of Birth Nationality EDUCATION - You can leave off GCSE details - leave on your most recent/relevant quals for the job. I think if you just search for "CV Templates" on the web, you'll find a few - The Times does a good one for graduates that you can adapt I think? Quote
simonross46 Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 I have never done a CV because I am heading straight for University ... I am not looking forward to having to do one Quote
Moonman Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 most bigwigs are "facts only" type of guys. Keep it short and sweet. Quote
Number2Fan Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 (edited) most bigwigs are "facts only" type of guys. Keep it short and sweet. Mine reads quite good and makes me a perfect employee, which of course I actually am. Have you googled it, I'm sure there's a place where you fill in the gaps for CV kinda thing, or on learn direct or something, I just put down some dates and got my Brother in law to do it as he employs people all the time as part of his job and he earns tons so he prob know what he's doing!! Dates of education, jobs and qualifications, also what responsibilities you held at those jobs, any clubs or voluntary work you done that looks good, ie Special Constabulary, cleaning your local church. About yourself, enthusiastic, reliable, hard working, punctual, able to work alone as well as part of a team etc etc. I have done a touch of recruitment and even though you know people write these things to look good, it still works when they do. SPELL CHECK, or better still get some one to proof read it, I can do that! Edited January 19, 2009 by Number 2 fan Quote
emy Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Name Contact details Education Work Experience Voluntary work Hobbies and Interests Make sure you get your dates right as they will pick up on gaps Keep to one side of A4 The covering letter is where you can really sell yourself, put things in that won't fit on the CV, tailoring to the job-why you are applying, why you are the right person...JUST GIVE ME THE JOB Hope that helps On the CV present it nicely, underline the titles, maybe put your name and contact details in the centre at the top. Quote
Number2Fan Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 I like to say in mine " Basically if you pay me, I will do as you say " Quote
simonross46 Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 " Basically if you pay me, I will do as you say " Oh the humourous opportunies we have there hehe Quote
Number2Fan Posted January 19, 2009 Posted January 19, 2009 Ok I'll rephrase, "basically if you pay me enough, I can do enough!" Quote
Ian_k Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 just use a wizard in word or something for "resume" it makes it sooo much easier and cut the crap out you dont need in mine are the following sections in the following order :- Personal information Education Awards Received Further Education & Qualifications Work Experience Volenteer Experience Interests & Activities it should be NO more than 2 pages long and kept as brief but 2 the point as possible. Quote
Number2Fan Posted January 20, 2009 Posted January 20, 2009 Ahem, the job centre will help you do this too, I'm pretty sure they'll have a website. This site has a CV builder........... http://careersadvice.direct.gov.uk/ Try it, you might like it! Quote
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