When writing a CV avoid a boring list of duties. Focus on results,
accomplishments and achievements.
Start sentences with action verbs to stimulate the reader's
appetite to learn more about you. For example:
Inactive style:
My duties included serving customers at the bar. I had to handle
cash and keep the area tidy. I had to work under pressure.
The above sentence is weak and vague. It has greater impact
if rephrased using the style below, which highlights the skills
used;
Active style:
- Demonstrated good customer care skills by increasing number
of regular customers
- Received bonus payment as a result
- Initiated happy hour promotion, resulting in 30% increase
in sales
- Took responsibility for supervising new temporary staff
You will remember some of the general skills and attributes
that employers tell us they like to see from 'Finding your profile'.
The key to writing your CV is to select those skills which are
relevant to the job for which you are applying.
To attract the attention of a recruiter
- Ensure you use plenty of power words/ action verbs in your
CV or application form.
- Demonstrate both the specific expertise and general skills
required in the job.
- Use the job description and person specification if these
are available.
- Target your CV and CL to the job and the company.
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