The 1 Reason your CV sucks & you’re still unemployed
This piece is not for those easily offended or are too arrogant to improve. You’re clearly struggling to land that coveted job, so it’s time to open your mind and let another expert help you. Don’t be your own worst enemy.
Still here? That’s a great start. Before we begin though, why should you listen to me?
I’ve spent 10+ years in Talent Acquisition/Recruitment, working with companies from fast growth start ups that require consistent fluidity through to multi-billion dollar corporations, rigid in their processes & demands. In that time, I’ve worked with all manner of hiring managers that cover every personality type that’s ever been recorded (including their unconscious biases) and have delivered every single time, from entry level through to EVP.
I KNOW WHAT THEY WANT, SO CAN HELP YOU MAKE YOUR CV STAND OUT!
Over those ten years, I’ve read thousands of CVs. Some very good & have seen people quickly go through the process. Some have been bloody awful, yet do not do justice to the individual behind it who clearly has the required experience.
What was it about the ‘very good’ CVs that helped those people move swiftly through the process? Let’s take a step back as you need to walk before you run. You’re probably like the majority of my clients and are struggling to even get an interview, never mind progress to a final stage. If that’s you, brace yourself for the big reveal.
The secret to their success & what I coach my clients on isn’t actually that difficult, but it’s fundamental to attracting the hiring manager’s interest & have you on a phone call or virtual interview with them quickly.
TALK ABOUT YOUR RESULTS & OUTCOMES, NOT YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES!
Yes, it’s that simple. The amount of CVs I’ve read that simply list what they did as a Marketing Manager or as a Procurement Manager, rather than the projects they lead on, what tangible results came from that & how that impacted the bottom line or revenue, is mind blowing. To overuse an old adage,
“If I had a pound for every…”
So, what’s next? Get out your CV & give it a good, hard look. Are you guilty of doing the above? If so, re-write it. NOW! If you’re still struggling or need a fresh pair of eyes, then book some time in with me using the links below.
We charge £1 per minute to do a deep dive in your CV to ensure you get a bloody call back from that recruiter or hiring manager. Sessions are a maximum of 30 minutes. Will you invest in you?
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