{"id":24869,"date":"2022-01-21T14:55:24","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T14:55:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/transfergo.wpengine.com\/5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand\/"},"modified":"2024-10-29T20:44:43","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T20:44:43","slug":"5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.transfergo.com\/gb\/5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand","title":{"rendered":"5 simple CV tips that will make your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 stand out"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you on the lookout for a new job? Our simple CV tips are here to help.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A standout CV that\u2019s accurate and up-to-date is essential. But if you\u2019re not quite sure where to start or how to improve your r\u00e9sum\u00e9, don’t worry. <\/span>Read on to discover how to make your CV stand out with these 5 simple CV tips.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 simple CV tips that will make your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 stand out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Treat your CV like a work in progress<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you already have a CV, it\u2019s important to keep it up to date. Whenever you learn a new skill or something significant happens in your career, record it on your CV so that you don\u2019t forget it later. It\u2019s much easier and more time-efficient to do it this way. And you should always do a read-through before sending it to a potential employer. Revisiting your CV from time to time is a great way to be 100% sure there are no typos or obvious mistakes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Tailor your CV for each application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re applying for different roles, it might seem like a bit of a pain to have to tweak your CV each time. But trust us, it\u2019s worth it. Before submitting your application, spend an hour or so researching the employer and the role you\u2019re applying for. You\u2019ll get a better idea of the skills they\u2019re looking for, which you can then point out on your CV. The employers will appreciate the extra effort and who knows? It may even land you an interview.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Pay attention to the presentation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While information and accuracy are paramount to a good CV, the way it looks is also very important. Avoid big long chunks of heavy text on your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and aim for bitesize, digestible sections in a readable font. Stick to two pages max and keep sentences short for easier reading. Use bullet points and aim for as much white space as possible (without leaving things blank). It will make your CV look cleaner and more visually attractive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Honesty is the best policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While it may be tempting to embellish areas of your CV, it\u2019s an absolute no-no. Little white lies about your experience and skillset can become big major problems later down the line. Just imagine the horror and embarrassment of getting caught. Not only will it make you look bad and feel awkward, but it could also result in a very angry boss and might even cost you your job. So don\u2019t lie on your CV. Honesty really is the best policy when applying for a job.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Invest time in the little (but big) things<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Making yourself memorable to a recruiter isn\u2019t just about a standout CV. It\u2019s also about the little things that go with it. Make sure your email address is professional (simply your name and numbers will suffice (definitely avoid nicknames)) and give your CV an appropriate file name (something as simple as \u2018First name\u2019 \u2018Surname\u2019 \u2018CV\u2019 looks good). Finally, make sure your CV is sent in Microsoft Word format\u2014the most commonly used format for r\u00e9sum\u00e9s. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And there we have it! Five simple CV tips that really do make all the difference. Good luck in finding your dream role!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are you on the lookout for a new job? Our simple CV tips are here to help. A standout CV that\u2019s accurate and up-to-date is essential. But if you\u2019re not quite sure where to start or how to improve your r\u00e9sum\u00e9, don’t worry. Read on to discover how to make your CV stand out with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":24870,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1498,1500],"tags":[],"business_case_studies_tags":[],"class_list":["post-24869","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business","category-business-tips"],"parsely":{"version":"1.1.0","canonical_url":"https:\/\/transfergo.com\/gb\/5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand","smart_links":{"inbound":0,"outbound":0},"traffic_boost_suggestions_count":0,"meta":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","headline":"5 simple CV tips that will make your r\u00e9sum\u00e9 stand out","url":"http:\/\/www.transfergo.com\/gb\/5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand","mainEntityOfPage":{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"http:\/\/www.transfergo.com\/gb\/5-simple-cv-tips-will-make-resume-stand"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.transfergo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/How-to-create-a-CV.jpg?resize=150,150","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.transfergo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/How-to-create-a-CV.jpg"},"articleSection":"Business tips","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Jennifer Tate"}],"creator":["Jennifer Tate"],"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"TransferGo","logo":""},"keywords":[],"dateCreated":"2022-01-21T14:55:24Z","datePublished":"2022-01-21T14:55:24Z","dateModified":"2024-10-29T20:44:43Z"},"rendered":"