When submitting a CV for a job, it’s vitally important to stand out.
There are many undeniable do’s and don’ts when submitting a CV – but the difficult part is the uniqueness of selling yourself.
CVs need to be tailored to highlight your unique strengths and relevant experience while capturing the employer’s attention, which can be challenging to balance.
According to Indeed, employers look at resumes for six to seven seconds. So how do you get their undivided attention?
How can I make my CV stand out?
So, it’s really simple. Just edit your CV to focus on those aspects that the job description seeks.
Do you have experience covering the required topic? Then say so. Got the required amount of time writing on that subject? Then confirm that.
Got a good understanding of SEO? Detail what you know. Including content you’ve created that has been featured on apps, aggregation platforms, and Discover feeds. Be precise about your expertise and achievements!
Keep it tight, don’t waffle and don’t send in loads of links to content that will never be read. This is one of the many secrets to getting a job – use this knowledge wisely!