It has been seen that many jobseekers do not know the difference between a Resume and a curriculum vitae most commonly referred to as CV. There are certain basic differences between a CV and a resume.
- A CV is much longer, detailed synopsis of your skills, academic and other extra-curricular achievements. While a resume is comparatively much shorter version of your CV generally completed within one page.
- A resume may need different versions depending on the type of position you are applying for. As for a CV, as it is a detailed and longer one there is no need – or in that sense not much scope – to make different versions for different positions you are applying for.
Before preparing you Curriculum Vitae you must get to know certain CV writing tips so that all your qualifications and achievements are highlighted and grasped easily by the recruiters. You need to remember that your CV creates a first impression on the recruiters mind. To create a good impression on the recruiters, your CV better be perfect!
- Choose a proper CV format according to the job position you are applying for, that would successfully highlight all your achievements to the recruiters. There are lots of sample CV formats available over the net, review those samples and get suggestions of how to create the best CV format according to your requirement.
- Have targeted and focused versions of your curriculum vitae and use them accordingly.
- You should include the detailed description of your academic and professional history, other activities and achievements in the CV. But be sure that it is compact, furnished with up-to-date information and not too much lengthy.
- Do not include your photograph, salary history, reasons for leaving the previous company or references in your CV.
- Double check your curriculum vitae and make sure that it is free of any kind of errors. Leave plenty of white space in between each sections of your CV and take care that it is not cluttered.
- Try to keep your Curriculum Vitae concise – within two pages. It should contain detailed information but it must not go out of the way. The language should be simple, formal and clear.
- It’s true that your CV have to be attractive. But in the pursuit of making it too attractive do not furnish it with untrue details. Don’t be tempted to stretch your professional history and other achievements. Many recruiters conduct background check of your academic and work history. If any untrue facts are found in your CV you would be in deep trouble.
In this website of Global Recruitments we have put up some CV samples for you to get an overview and create a proper CV for yourself. You can download free CV samples from our website and make your CV attractive to the recruiters.
