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The first point is that the terms "CV" and "Resume" (with or without the French acute accents more often than the E) are virtually interchangeable in the United Kingdom, which mean the same thing, but if nothing else, is what the standard curriculum. In the United States and elsewhere, the CV (Curriculum Vitae to give its full title - literally "Life Study") is a different animal - a dry listing of qualifications and experience another example suitable for a faculty list.

This short articleStephen Thompson, Managing Director and CEO of Top Professional Resumes Limited in the United Kingdom (http://www.top-pro-cvs.com), is a brief introduction to writing such a document.

It 's a rather obvious truism that a good resume alone will not work. But a bad CV will depend interview to avoid. Since the curriculum is primarily a research tool for a better job or career change, time spent preparing for its efficient is a good investment.

There is roomfor some creativity, but not for gimmicks. What works today is a professional, the style of business and a focus on the most important results.

We believe that the best way the "rules" of resume to explain in writing, to explain what you should always do and what should be done first.

What to do:

1. Always print your CV on good quality white or cream / buff paper or parchment. The size should be A4 or territories for the United Kingdom and letter size for the United States, Australia and many other countries. The point isthat the scale, deployed, is a standard file folders or lever arch file to adjust.

2. Did you enter your resume or to allow a word processing program, with plenty of space between paragraphs, adequate margins. There is no need for him professionally printed.

3. Use short paragraphs - preferably no more than five or six lines

4. Proof read your resume and cover letter (another essential document) carefully to check for errors, then get another pair of eyes to give it upover time. It 's amazing how easy and obvious spelling errors of others, if you will miss him dive for a few hours. Someone else will see it immediately.

5. Add your contribution to each of your jobs. Give more significant given more weight.

6. Have the largest amount of space on your most recent work.

7. List your business with professional associations - but only if they are reasonable.

8. Maintain a permanent fileTheir successes, no matter how insignificant they seem to be, and update it periodically. This will be the source document for a good CV or resume, if you do it yourself or have it professionally written.

9. Before applying for any position, make sure to send each of your referees a copy of your resume.

10. Send a short personal letter to every curriculum. This is an absolute must, but to write the letter must be done with great care and is another argument inthemselves. Email alerts (info@top-pro-cvs.com).

11. Send your resume within a week advertised a position and in any case well in a given period.

12. Re-read your CV before the interview, as part of final preparations. The probability is high that the interviewers have indicated that before or as soon as you can see, the more fresh in your mind is better.

Don'ts:

1. Never give reasons for leaving a job. In almost all cases, theReaders can have a negative connotation, is the best reasons. It is best explained in person if he feels it necessary, or, of course, if you are asked.

2. If the argument is never negative language from your former employer, but the emphasis on his ambition and desire in the way of a challenging environment.

3. If you think it should be called to say "humanize" you change your curriculum, so you have more than two or three lines to list hobbies, sports and socialActivities. In case of doubt, "omit". As a professional resume writer, I am not very often. Also, I would, all other personal information such as your spouse or your personal philosophies - can all too easily a reason not to see the exact opposite of your intention!

4. No need to "References available upon request." It is assumed, so that only confuses the curriculum vitae and uses space that could be better used.

5. For theFor the same reason, ever list references on your resume.

6. Do not give specific dates. Months and years are sufficient (ie May 1998 to December 2002 - always 4 digits for the year, type in full).

7. Do not include the date it was prepared your resume. If the search requires more than a few months (and, if it does not invest in a professionally written CV from professional curricula), the document is outdated and appears to give the impression of everything wrong.

8. Neverinclude your phone number work unless your boss does not leave immediately.

9. Never enter your personal goals, if they are relevant to the application for the position.

10. Do not use jargon and slang or colloquial NEVER.

11. It does not provide information on levels of curriculum. Save it to give the interview, and only if asked directly. If this information was before interview, asked in the letter.

The Interview-WinningPower Resume or CV
- What are advertisers looking for.

What people want to receive it, to see and do in that format? And they do not want?

Most of this section is really the design points and how to do the above.

Most recruiters seem to see that the personal information directly below the name. The majority of voters prefer the day of birth to old age, but if you think your age might be a problem (for example, too young or too old), then let it completely. A highPercentage'd like to see some personal data, but usually are not interested in children's age, religion or photograph. Neither are interested in candidates because of their nature. In reality, these opinions are completely subjective, they are often viewed with skepticism, which may have a negative effect.

Virtually all advertisers like to see the details of training, degrees and professional qualifications. A surprising number of interestNumber of "O'levels, 'A' Levels and GCSE (UK) or class and statistics in the United States. The majority wants details on the job training, especially for those courses that are of adequate length and lead to a formal qualification. The inclusion of foreign languages ​​is important at all levels, and this trend is increasing.

The names of employers, dates of employment, appointments and responsibilities clearly essential, while many advertisers want to include a brief description of the companyand its activities. History of occupation of jobs should be in reverse chronological order, starting with the youngest. Activities and deliverables should be listed in each case rather than on a separate sheet.

There is a preference for the two page CV, although a significant number of recruiters on three sides find acceptable, particularly for senior appointments.

Top professional curricula have also write in complete freedom, without commitment, and curriculum vitaeService. If your current CV or resume is not working for you, by email (mailto: review@top-pro-cvs.com) or fax (+44 if outside the United Kingdom, and enter zero) (0) to 7813 125 606. We will respond as soon as possible.

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