CV TIPS
List your Accomplishments. Employers like to know what you have done:
- Increased revenues
- Saved money
- Size and value of projects managed
- Increased efficiencies
- Cut overhead
- Increased sales
- Improved workplace safety
- Purchasing accomplishments
- New products/new lines
- New effective systems implemented
- Effective budgeting
Your Curriculum Vitae is your most important calling card in your job search. It should include the following information:
Contact Information. Include phone, mail and email contact information. In addition, make sure your voicemail message is professional. A message that is too casual can create a negative impression.
Career Objective. You may choose to list or not list your career objective. If your objective doesn't match the recruiter's needs, you may miss out on a golden opportunity. However, a clearly stated career objective can help your recruiter find your ideal career match.
Summary Statement. Your summary should be brief.
- Include your title and years of experience.
- List pertinent skills and qualifications.
- Discuss your character traits or work style.
Example: “Project Manager”. I am a competent person seeking an opportunity to further my career with a forward thinking organisation. I possess a wealth of experience in interior fit-out, refurbishment and the D&B sectors, gained through 17 years in the industry. I have an excellent technical and working knowledge of partitioning systems etc. and have been involved in contracts for blue chip and end user clients with values up to £2 million. I am involved in project management, contract negotiation, estimating, purchasing and health & safety.
Example: “Business Development Manager”. Senior executive with exceptional background in management and mark eting through dealer distribution channels. A seasoned and energetic professional with an extensive network of national/international contacts. Excellent communication skills driven by business results. Proven ability to plan, organise, motivate and direct sales functions of a $54 million dealership. Proven track record in new business generation and controlling expenditure while achieving strong margins.
Professional Experience. List each position held in reverse chronological order, dating back at least ten years. If you held multiple positions within the same company, list them all to show advancement and growth. The body of each position description should describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Other Components. Include education, professional training, affiliations/appointments, licenses, technical skills and languages.
Personal Information. Home address, phone, mobile, and email contact information, driving status, nationality and any other personal information you feel comfortable in providing.
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