I got my CV down to 2 paged by decreasing font size and removing "Job Description"s in the last two contracts.
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Originally posted by Tingles View PostI sometimes even highlight the areas in the CV that relate to the job ad - just to make it really easy for them!!
T0ssers!
And sometimes I end up sending a version for one contract highlighted up for another that requires completely different skills. Must really puzzle the agent.
As another tip though, on that note, if you "tailor" your CV for each application, it's obviously helpful to keep a copy in a folder for each one, so you can print a copy and remember what it emphasises if it elicits an interview.Work in the public sector? Read the IR35 FAQ hereComment
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I work in three distinct yet subtly related areas.
I have three cvs with customised font size / highlighting.
Pain in the RS when it comes to updating / going for a contract which lies 'in between'.
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Originally posted by PM-Junkie View PostNope - just sick and tired of the childishness here"If you can read this, thank a teacher....and since it's in English, thank a soldier"Comment
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Europass CV
Has anyone bothered to redo their CV in the European Standardised Format? The Europass CV?
I'm not sure how widespread it is yet. I'm not keen on the layout, but if that's what they expect, I guess I should follow suit.Comment
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My last CV was 11 pages long, included written references and news clippings. pdf'd it and sent it to potential employer.
Got the job over the telephone 2 days later, and then changed my mind and turned it down 3 times before eventually accepted it and am still working there.
Sometimes a long winded CV can be the way to go. but generally no more than 3 pages (two is better).
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