In this video series, Career Coach Liam Horan breaks down the process of CV writing into 11 easily-achievable steps.
A good CV is much more than a toneless, mechanical list of your experiences and achievements. There is an art to it. You need to get in the right mindset and commit to selling yourself. The CV is a sales tool and needs to be treated as such.
Some of the topics covered in the videos include:
How to think about your CV as a sales tool
Appealing to the needs of the employer
Getting the reader’s head nodding early
Highlighting key competencies and skills
Approaches to the Personal Profile
Using the Hobbies section to sell yourself
Making impactful changes to your CV
If you follow these 11 steps, you will be well on your way to creating a stand-out CV. Furthermore, you will be developing a frame of mind and set of communication skills that you can bring to any employment opportunity that comes your way.
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