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CV Writing - 9 strong qualities to boost your success by a staggering 50%
CV Writing is a serious part of starting the Job hunting process. In today's competitive job market, were every candidate wants a recruiter or employer to give their CV the attention it deserves, if you want your application to be taken seriously and you want your CV to be separated from the bulk feel free to consider and include the following 9 qualities in your CV.
Your chances of securing interviews is likely to increase by up to 50% if you skillfully implement these points. However only do so, if you genuinely have them.
Industry Targeted/Job Specific Qualifications or Training -Recruiters and employers absolutely love this, candidate that do not require extra training and already has a catalogue of relevant job specific qualifications always stand out.
Evidence of adding to the bottom line of a company or business - If you can prove this and it is explicitly clear on your career CV track record, you will stand out.
Prove that you have always met and exceeded your job targets - If this is clearly show and outlined, you will be a winner in the job hunting market. Use real life examples to demonstrate this point and shine well above the rest.
Figures, Figures, Figures! - Have you made money for past employers or companies?, have you sold products or services?, won contract or tenders?, state this clearly on your CV particularly if you are in sales, marketing, retail, real-estate or similar sectors. Stating Figures explicitly can make you stand out above the rest.
Industry Awards and Prizes for work achievement - Listing these (if you have any), always goes a long way in proving you are different, dedicated and special!
Staff Management Abilities - Skills and expertise related to dealing with people, this includes any experience of training, interviewing, company presentations, coaching, work delegation, appraisals etc. If you have these skills, summarize and list them for maximum results and effectiveness.
International, National or Local exposure - If you are going for a local Job in a particular area, a previous track record of working in that same area always appeals to employers and recruiters. Similarly if you have international exposure in a specific job market, for example the building and construction industry, this looks good too, highlight such valuable information using examples with details and stand out.
Consistence track history with fewer employers - Stable Job Seekers that have worked in the same company for a number of years, always get their CV noticed, when they move back into the job hunting market - if you have stayed in one firm for 6-10 years or for a similar period of time, then bring this to the fore front of your CV application, Recruiters and Employers favor such candidates.
Accuracy and relevancy to job post advertised - This is critical, if you have all or even some of the above criteria's, don't forget to reflect your experience and abilities in line with the post you are pursuing, all these qualities can make you an immediate winner.
However l must admit, from experience l know it takes skills and someone with a recruitment HR background to skillfully assess job seekers expertise’s and help them put together the ultimate industry CV to secure interviews.
If you fall into this category its worth getting your CV professionally written by an expert who knows how to help you. You will be totally amazed at our ability to articulate your experience and career record to get you an interview offer.
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