Rejection is the method used by recruiter for short listing CVs for interview. Just a small error in your CV is enough for the recruiter to reject it.
Use the following mapping method to logically structure your CV:
Following is an introductory Personal Map which can be placed as an index of your book called "Your Curriculum Vitae":
The most common error is incorrect spelling or typographical mistake(s): It implies the following about you:
1. You cannot spell
2. You are inattentive
3. You are lazy
4. You are not serious about the job.
You have only 60 seconds to grab the attention of the reader and get your message across. So, begin the CV with the Map and make your CV easy to read. Write short sentences to make your CV readable. The active voice in the sentences is the best.
Carefully select the words you use in the CV. They should have positive influence on the reader. For example “addressed clients’ issues” is better than “handled clients’ issues”.
After writing the CV, examine each word in it very carefully to see whether another powerful or positive equivalent can replace it. Your writing reflects your personality; so, let the right choice of words reflect a proactive rather than passive or over-reactive trait to work situation. The following words are often used by a passive person who responds to a situation rather than plan and implement it:
Support; perform; rectify; prevent; maintain; revise; re-implement; specified; recommended; maintained; liaised; executed; etc.
So, find positive synonyms to such words used in your CV to create an optimistic impression. This will eventually give your CV more mileage to impress your prospective employer.
Make your CV unique by mentioning even your smallest outside-work achievements. Such non-work situation experience shows that you fit the job specification apart from your work experience. For example, your election as president of your local youth club reflects your reliability and honesty to be elected in that capacity to serve others.
