The ticket to the perfect CV.

Shane Coker

Phone: 07850 739178

Email: shane.coker@pie-recruitment.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanecokerautomotiverecruiter/

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Personal Statement

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, people of all ages, step right up and learn the secrets to writing a great CV! Are you tired of your CV getting lost in the crowd? Well, fear not, because I am here to share with you my wisdom and guide you through the process.

First things first, let's talk about why you need a CV. Your CV is like a movie trailer where you are the main event. You want to highlight your skills, experiences, and accomplishments in a way that will make a recruiter or an employer want to see the full movie.

Work Experience

• Keep it concise: Your CV should ideally be no more than two pages long. Yes, you heard me right, two pages.  Keep it short and sweet, and stick to the most relevant information.
• Use bullet points: Bullet points are your friend. They make your CV easier to read and highlight your key achievements. Plus, they make it look like you know what you're doing, which is always a good thing.
• Tailor your CV: This is a big one. Make sure you tailor your CV to the job you're applying for. Don't just send out the same generic CV to every job you see. Take the time to read the job description and customize your CV to match the skills and experience they're looking for.
• Be honest: This one should go without saying, but I'll say it anyway. Don't lie on your CV. It's just not worth it. If you get caught, it will ruin your chances of ever getting a job with that company, and it could even damage your reputation in the industry.
• Proofread: And finally, proofread your CV. And then proofread it again. And then get someone else to proofread it. Typos and grammatical errors make you look sloppy and careless, and that's not the impression you want to give a recruiter. Or an employer!

Education 

A basic layout that you can use as a good starting point.

1. Header: This should include your name, phone number, email address, and possibly your LinkedIn profile URL. You would be AMAZED at how many people fail to add their contact details.
2. Personal Statement: A short paragraph (3-5 sentences) that summarizes your experience and what you can bring to the table. This should be tailored to the job you're applying for.
3. Work Experience: This should include your job titles, the companies you worked for, and the dates you worked there. You should also include a brief summary of your responsibilities and accomplishments at each job. Use bullet points to make it easy to read. And if you are able to add a little detail about the business you worked for so much the better - there are a million businesses that aren't well known and people reading your CV end up googling your employer's name to get an idea of the type of business you've worked in.
4. Education: This should include your highest level of education, grades, the institution(s) you attended, and the dates you were there. You can also include any relevant coursework or honours - unless it was years ago in which case it might no longer be relevant.
5. Skills: This is where you can highlight any skills or certifications that are relevant to the job you're applying for. Make sure to use bullet points to make it easy to read.
6. Hobbies/Interests: This is optional, but if you have any hobbies or interests that are relevant to the job you're applying for (e.g. volunteering, sports teams, etc.), you can include them here.
7. References: This is also optional, but if you have any professional references that can vouch for your work experience, you can include them here.

Skills

• Remember, The layout of your CV should be clear and easy to read. Use bullet points and bolded text to highlight important information, and make sure to keep it concise and to the point.

Hobbies/Interests

• So there you have it, Your guide for writing the perfect CV. Follow these guidelines, and you'll be well on your way to landing your dream job.
• Remember, don't take yourself too seriously. Have a little fun with your CV, show your personality, and let your potential employer know that you're someone they'd enjoy working with.

References

• Good luck
• And happy job hunting!