A CV is you and we cannot
stop writing about CVs because they are what give people jobs. If you get the
CV right then you are safe. The best and most clear definition of a CV is that
it is a means to an end. This mean, a CV shouldn’t be anything close to an
autobiography. Keep it professional and as objective as possible. Details of
the number of kids you have and your goal of being an entrepreneur 10 years to
come are beside the point. It is important to realize that the CV stage is not
about giving the HR Managers a good knowledge of who you are – it’s simply
about being placed in their “yes” pile, rather than their “no” section.
You’ll have plenty of time
to prove how personable, friendly and enthusiastic you are at the interview
stage. Here’s some advice and CV writing tips to give you the edge: