Below are tips to help you write or choose the latest CV template that will "hit the heart" of the employer at first sight. Let's take a look.
Clear, professional design
To make your CV easy to read and professional, first choose a clean, friendly layout by using a simple, scientific template with enough white space. Avoid messy, flashy CV templates because employers are looking for information, not artwork.
Next, pay attention to the font, use professional fonts like Arial, Calibri or Times New Roman, with a font size of 11 - 12pt for content and a little larger for headings, to help the information stand out but still be easy to read.
Also, don't forget to orient your layout according to the F formula, because the human eye often scans information in an F or Z shape. Place the most important information such as title, company name and achievements in the left and top positions so that the recruiter can easily grasp it at first glance.
Prove you're a fit instantly
First, focus on the Personal Summary section. This is where you make an immediate impression with a concise, 2-3 line summary, like a “sales pitch” for yourself.
For example, instead of writing: “I am a recent graduate looking for opportunities to develop in a professional environment”, write “Marketing Specialist with 3 years of practical experience in implementing Digital campaigns, increasing 40% of leads for the B2B market. Looking to apply my experience to develop the brand at ABC company”.
Right after the summary, you should list your Core Skills. Choose 4-6 skills that best match the job description so that the employer can “catch the signal” immediately and see that you are the right candidate in just the first few seconds.
Show off your achievements with numbers
When listing work experience, don't just describe duties; instead, turn them into proud accomplishments that employers can see the value of immediately.
One effective method is to apply the STAR principle (Situation – Action – Outcome): briefly describe the situation you encountered, the action you took, and the specific results achieved. At the same time, digitize everything you can, because numbers are the universal language of persuasion.
For example, instead of writing: "In charge of managing fanpage", write: "Grow fanpage followers from 10k to 50k in 6 months through viral content strategy and effective advertising".
Similarly, instead of writing: “Assisted in cost reduction,” write: “Proposed optimal solution to save 15% of monthly operating costs.”
This way, each task you list not only describes the job, but also directly demonstrates the value you bring to the company.
Tailored to each position applied for
A CV can only really “hit the heart” of the employer when it is customized for each position you apply for. Before sending, you should ask yourself: which keywords from the job description can be included in the CV and which of your experiences and skills are most suitable for this position.
Based on your answers, tailor your summary and core skills to accurately reflect what the employer is looking for, making your CV stand out and compelling at first glance.
In short, remember: Clear - Focus - Digital - Customize. That is the key to not only getting your CV noticed by the recruiter but also making them spend another 60 seconds, or even the next 60 minutes, to learn about you. Good luck with your application!
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