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6 Deadly Sins of CVs

  • Keep it quick for the reader - 30 seconds per CV (heirarchy of info), 2-3 pages
  • Keep it relevant - No boy scout badges. Show distinction from other candidates, show unusual interests, personalise it (everyone reads books and watches movies)
  • Spellcheck - Attention to detail, including font sizes etc
  • No stupid fonts - and be consistent throughout. Sans serif, 11pt
  • Cough up to gaps - include part-time McJobs. Gaps look worse than shit jobs.
  • It's your selfie - You've got 30 seconds to present yourself. It is a sales tool

Bonus - Covering letter is just as important - Tailor it to the company

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