{"id":3833,"date":"2016-07-25T14:16:41","date_gmt":"2016-07-25T19:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kbicblog.com\/blog\/pharmacy\/?p=3833"},"modified":"2016-09-14T18:17:36","modified_gmt":"2016-09-14T23:17:36","slug":"the-7-steps-to-writing-an-interview-winning-cv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kbicblog.com\/pharmacy\/candidate-resources\/the-7-steps-to-writing-an-interview-winning-cv\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Steps to Writing an Interview-Winning CV"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"The<\/a>Your CV is your number one marketing tool when it comes to landing job interviews, so you need to\u00a0ensure that it stands out from the crowd and catches the eye of the employers you are most interested in.<\/p>\n

The key to creating a top notch CV is knowing exactly how to structure your CV and how to best market your skills and experience in a way that will get employers\u2019 attention. If you\u2019re unsure about what to include in your CV,\u00a0here’s seven simple tips\u00a0showing you how to write an interview-\u00a0winning CV:<\/p>\n

1) Research your target employers:<\/h2>\n

Before you start writing your CV, you should find out exactly\u00a0what your target employers want to see on applicants\u2019 CVs. Search for relevant jobs online, make a\u00a0list of the most popular requirements and link them to your own skills and knowledge. Including keywords will also help your application to beat application tracking systems, as unfortunately a lot of CVs don\u2019t actually get seen by a human if they don\u2019t make it through the initial digital\u00a0screening process.<\/p>\n

2) Format and structure are crucial:<\/h2>\n

A busy CV can be off putting and confusing! You need to ensure that recruiters and employers can\u00a0navigate your CV easily and pick out the key information that they need. Divide your CV sections\u00a0clearly with bold headings, use a simple font and break up text for ease of reading. Try to restrict it to a page or two, as the recruiter\u2019s decision to progress your application will be based on the key information, not your\u00a0life story!<\/p>\n

3) Make a big impression with your profile:<\/h2>\n

The profile that you include at the beginning of your CV is crucial as i\u00a0is the very first thing an employer will\u00a0read and it could even be the deciding factor for recruiters when they are rushed for time and scanning through dozens of CVs.\u00a0Make sure\u00a0that it is packed with in-demand skills and knowledge, but show some personality too, so you don\u2019t sound like a cliche! Try to keep it short and sharp to\u00a0draw readers in and encourage them to read your CV in full.<\/p>\n

4) Structure your role descriptions properly:<\/h2>\n

Job titles don\u2019t always reveal much about what your previous roles entailed. In order to demonstrate the value that you can bring\u00a0to a new potential employer, you must use your role descriptions to showcase what you\u2019ve\u00a0achieved for past employers. Start with an overall summary, then describe your responsibilities\u00a0in bullet points and try to add some key achievements to prove your input.<\/p>\n

5) Adapt your education:<\/h2>\n

The amount of information that you need to give about your education really depends on the stage in your career you are at. List your education at the bottom of your CV and adapt the amount of\u00a0detail depending on your experience level. Less experienced candidates should include lots of\u00a0education information, whereas more experienced candidates can use a short summary.<\/p>\n

6) Keep interests relevant:<\/h2>\n

Interests are an optional section so only include interest that can add\u00a0value to your job applications in terms of showing a bit of personality or demonstrating your true interest in the industry. Culture fit is a big factor that is considered when making a new hire, so some recruiters and employers may take a look at your interests to gauge\u00a0what kind of person you are and how they feel you would fit in at their organisation.<\/p>\n

7) Triple check your CV:<\/h2>\n

Mistakes in your CV can seriously damage your job hunting chances, so\u00a0make sure you thoroughly proof read your CV before sending it out to employers. Spelling and grammar errors<\/a> can look sloppy, so it\u2019s best to get a second opinion from a family member or friend ahead of sending it off.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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