Question:
Please help with CV compilation?
LMac100
2007-06-17 13:28:29 UTC
I am 35 years old and have been in the same job fir over 5 years now. Before I was working at this place of employment i as at home bringing up my daughter who i now almost 15. s it a good idea to add this to a CV? and also please help with CV compilation does anyone know of websites that can help with this. I'm not to sure what to write up for the personal profile. I've seen a few but talk about overkill on yourself. Please help.
Seven answers:
TCVS
2007-06-18 00:52:44 UTC
OK, I hope this answer helps, (I've tried to keep it as simple as possible).



1) At the top of your CV, start with your name, address, phone number and email address. Don't include your nationality, DOB etc at the top (this comes later)

2) Write a 5-7 line introduction about yourself. Use this to showcase your key selling points. For example, if you're applying for a job in marketing, use the profile to demonstrate what skills you have surrounding the marketing industry. Avoid sentences such as "hard working, good in a team, good working alone" as these are seen in 99% of CVs

3) Next, go onto either your employment details or academic achievements (whichever is most recent)

4) Use bullet points in your employment descriptions to make it easier to read, and, where possible, create "Achievements". This is another great way to showcasing your key skills

5) Next, include details on any relevant courses - especially if they relate to the industry you're interested in

6) For "Hobbies and Interests", only include these if you have any "different" hobbies or ones which specifically demonstrate your interest in marketing.

7) Personal details, such as DOB, nationality, marital status, driving licence, should be the last section of your CV



Hope this helps!



As someone else has already mentioned - there is no need to mention about your children. When it comes to personal details, all that is needed is your name, address, phone number and email, together with DOB, nationality, marital status and if you have a driving licence.



If you don't have a driving licence and you're not married, then there is no need to include this information.
Steven
2007-06-17 13:54:50 UTC
Keep your CV to 3 pages or less. Any bigger and it won't get read. Tailor it to the job you're applying for but without lying. If you've been a full time mum and the next employer is money minded, emphasise that you can handle budget (household maintenance).



Keep it relevant, keep stuff off that may give your age away (years school attended) if you think age discrimination might be a problem. Let them know that you can manage but don't waffle.



Best of luck
"Big Left"
2007-06-17 13:40:35 UTC
Keep it short and simple.



Give as much information as you possibly can without going overboard. The last thing any potential employer wants to do is read a CV which is four - five pages long. Most of all be honest.



Good Luck
mikeodonagh
2007-06-17 13:35:29 UTC
Most CV sites just want to sell you a service so be aware.



I am an employer and know that some will hold it against you if you put about your kids, if you want to email your CV to mikeo@aquaid.co.uk i will give you an honest opinion and advice and also send you mine and see if you like the format, I have always got interviews off my CV



Good luck

Mike
myattclaire
2007-06-17 14:05:11 UTC
I would have no problem in seeing you are a mother, no doubt then multi-tasking, budget handling, etc.



Be proud of all your skills remember the people reading the CV know nothing about you and therefore this is your chance to impress to get that interview and take the next step.



1 thing that spoils CV's, applications etc. is spelling mistakes or grammar mistakes, if like me this is not one of your strong points, ask someone to check it who is.



Good Luck
2007-06-18 04:37:14 UTC
You can check out http://www.gjobadvice.co.uk for the advice offered in the CV section.
wonkyfella
2007-06-17 13:39:41 UTC
http://www.alec.co.uk You'll find a few layouts here :-)


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