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Need to update my CV, well re-write the whole thing as it's been years since I've had to do it.

I've noticed now that a lot of stuff isn't required on CV's, they are very short and sweet with bullet points rather than explaining your whole career history, with references on demand etc.

I've also noticed that most fit their CV onto 2 pages. Have heard that employers get bored after the first page so it's again, it's a good idea not to make it lengthy.

So I get this right, has anyone got any examples of a good CV or how they should be laid out?

Any links would be appreciated.   

Top tip

Don't put anything on it such as "people person" that could catch you out in an interview...

Quote from: Edward_Winston_Malone on July 16, 2012, 07:51:41 PM
Top tip

Don't put anything on it such as "people person" that could catch you out in an interview...

Must admit that was quite funny from you for a change, rather than your usual idiotic comments... 

I have had to re draft mine twice in the past couple of year and in my job get to see loads.....as for advice 3 pages is good but get all the headline stuff even a summary if you can on the first page...
Good luck
R

I found this site a lot of help (geared towards graduates mostly but I'm sure the principals are universal),

http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv.htm (http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv.htm)

(especially the example CV page)

http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv/goodbadCV.htm (http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv/goodbadCV.htm)

Quote from: ImperialWhite on July 16, 2012, 08:12:33 PM
I found this site a lot of help (geared towards graduates mostly but I'm sure the principals are universal),

http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv.htm (http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv.htm)

(especially the example CV page)

http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv/goodbadCV.htm (http://www.kent.ac.uk/careers/cv/goodbadCV.htm)

That was my university! How exciting!

I'm more than happy to help with your CV Admin. I have a very good template and am happy to look over yours and give you some advice/tips. Things I picked up when I was applying for my training contract. I also spent a lot of time helping other people with their CVs at University.

Recruiters know all the cliche buzzwords these days and they can look tacky if not used in the right way. The focus of your CV needs to be less about self indulgence and more about showing how your previous jobs/experience makes you suitable for the role you're applying for.

Quote from: Admin on July 16, 2012, 07:49:17 PM
Need to update my CV, well re-write the whole thing as it’s been years since I’ve had to do it.

I’ve noticed now that a lot of stuff isn’t required on CV’s, they are very short and sweet with bullet points rather than explaining your whole career history, with references on demand etc.

I’ve also noticed that most fit their CV onto 2 pages. Have heard that employers get bored after the first page so it’s again, it’s a good idea not to make it lengthy.

So I get this right, has anyone got any examples of a good CV or how they should be laid out?

Any links would be appreciated.   

Might be worth giving Burt a shout - pretty sure he's an HR guy.

Quote from: Admin on July 16, 2012, 08:05:11 PM

Quote from: Edward_Winston_Malone on July 16, 2012, 07:51:41 PM
Top tip

Don't put anything on it such as "people person" that could catch you out in an interview...

Must admit that was quite funny from you for a change, rather than your usual idiotic comments... 

He is right though. Woolly comments like that can be picked up on in interviews, so be prepared to back up any vague insinuation like 'team player' and 'perfectionist' with examples.