What to write in a CV?

[Smokin Joe]

I did get offered a job once by offering a couple of days free trial on the basis that they paid me for the trial if they offered me the job. I couldn't then take it as I got dragged off to Manchester.

You could offer to help out as a means of getting your foot in the door. It proves commitment and willingness to work.

Were I a personel manager I would regard that as the mark of a dangerous troublemaker.

 

[Sittingduck]

Don't lie.
Don't sound arrogant (but sound confident).
Make sure you are flexiable to them.
Sound keen.
Know something about something.
Tailor your CV to the job.
Sound a bit "different".
*Shrug* maybe be a bit cheeky, some professions like it, but thats a risk.

Good luck with job-hunting YC. I'm having to do it all over again.

This is the best piece of advice on this thread

 

[gbb]

I understand most peoples mistake with a CV is it reads like a life story.
A CV should be short and concise...personal info...schooling and qualifications..work experience and a little about yourself.

Did they say a CV should be 4 pages maximum ?

Unless things have changed ?

 

[Kovu]

I understand most peoples mistake with a CV is it reads like a life story.
A CV should be short and concise...personal info...schooling and qualifications..work experience and a little about yourself.

Did they say a CV should be 4 pages maximum ?

Unless things have changed ?

I have always been told a proper CV will only need to be 2 pages maximum, short, has everythinfg you need and wont bore the reader.

 

[gbb]

I have always been told a proper CV will only need to be 2 pages maximum, short, has everythinfg you need and wont bore the reader.

Bugger...better get re-writing mine then. 4 pages...twice as much as needed ?

 

[Sittingduck]

I think it should be quite brief... a taster to leave the recipient wanting to know more! 3 or 4 pages is ample I think

 

[gratts]

How have you managed 4 pages?
Like..seriously!

 

[peanut]

I would follow the standard format as employers will expect it. We often have to wade through and quickly eliminate dozens of hopefuls just to shortlist 5-6 for interview
Needs to be plain white good quality A4 paper,Anything non standard colour or size goes into the bin unread.
Needs to be printed obviously . Many prospective employees still think a hasty hand written note on some lined full scap will suffice.

Most emplyers will expect your experience and qualifications to be adequate and relevant. At first perusal we need to be able to pull out quick easy -to- see facts so the layout must be clear and logical so make sure your headings and sub headings are clear and you use short sentences and paragraphs.

I would suggest 1x sheet and keep it brief and to the point. Essentials only and use bullet points .

Think about what the job requires and make sure you include things that are relevant ie

What experience you have had that is relevant.? working on your own and friends bikes for instance
Have you had any previous responsibily ? it shows you can be trusted
Can you co-operate and work with others as part of a team ?
Have you had any experience of working with the public before.maybe a Sat job serving public at a McDonalds etc

lastly you'll need a couple of references try to get one personal one from a professional person like a former teacher and one work