20 steps for creating updated Curriculum Vitae
- Gather all of the necessary information, including your name, contact information, education, work experience, and skills.
- Choose a format for your Curriculum Vitae such as a reverse-chronological, functional, or combination format.
- Create a clear and professional header that includes your name and contact information.
- List your education in reverse-chronological order, including the name of the institution, degree earned, and the date of graduation.
- List your work experience in reverse-chronological order, including the name of the company, job title, and dates of employment.
- Use bullet points to describe your job duties and accomplishments in each position.
- Include any relevant volunteer or extracurricular activities that demonstrate your skills and interests.
- Highlight your skills and qualifications, including technical skills, language abilities, and certifications.
- Tailor your CV to the specific job or industry you are applying for.
- Use action verbs to start your bullet points and make them more impactful.
- Use clear and simple language, avoiding jargon or complex terms.
- Use a professional font and formatting to make your CV easy to read.
- Avoid using personal pronouns such as “I” or “my.”
- Use keywords that are relevant to the job you are applying for.
- Use quantifiable data to demonstrate your accomplishments and achievements.
- Include any relevant publications or presentations you have been involved in.
- Tailor your CV to the specific requirements of the job you are applying for.
- Keep your CV concise and to the point, no longer than two pages.
- Proofread your CV multiple times to ensure that there are no errors or typos.
- Save your CV in a format that is compatible with the employer’s requirements, such as PDF or Microsoft Word.
