Common CV Mistakes

Question	Answer
Common Mistakes Made on CVs	Here are a few common mistakes to watch out for when making a CV. Make sure you check review these common mistakes a few times before applying for a job
Spelling and Grammar	Over 90% of CVs have a spelling or grammar mistake somewhere, so odds aren't in your favor. If unsure of something, as for help
Too Long	Employers don't have time to look at long CVs. No more than 2 pages, and try to keep important info into top third of first page
Inaccurate Information	The majority of your CV is likely to come up in interview, so you will be caught out even if the interviewer doesn't initially spot it
Too Generic	Get used to tailoring your CV to each job you apply for. Specifications are different for every job
Unnecessary Detail	The day-to-day experience of previous experience is not required. Only want to know skills learned/developed
Inconsistent Layout	Needs to be clear and easy to read. Make sure paragraphs are aligned, all font is the same type and size.
Avoid Buzzwords	Most Common Buzzwords are: Extensive Experience Innovative Motivated Dynamic Proven Track record Problem Solver Entrepreneurial

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	Created by Jonathan Moore almost 8 years ago