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Frequently Asked Questions

ABOUT CVs. WHAT MISTAKES DO CANDIDATES MAKE ON THEIR CV?

WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF A STRONG CV? An effective CV will place you ahead of the competition when looking for your next big career move, and hugely increase your chances of landing interviews. So, CV experts have advised on these 6 essential elements you need to include when writing your CV. 1. 2. 3. 4.

Personal statement Skills section Experience Education & qualifications

According to By Robert Walters- Global Specialist Professional Recruitment Consultant Seven most common CV mistakes: 1. Spelling mistakes and bad grammar 2. Focusing on duties rather than achievements 3. Using clichés 4. Incorrect information 5. Poor format 6. Job-hopping and employment gaps 7. Too long

HOW LONG SHOULD A CV BE? Most recruiters agree that the average golden length for a CV is two or three pages. However, depending on your years of experience, accomplishments, training, and education, it can go up to eight pages. 5


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