Research shows that between 100 to 300 CVs are submitted for job
vacancies at topnotch firms on average. What is more mindblowing is that out of
this large pool of candidates, only four to twelve individuals will be called
for an interview, courtesy of quick scans less than fifteen seconds long.
You have probably figured
this out by now, but it’s not enough to write a
compelling CV, with these stats in mind. As more
people enter the job market, it’s becoming more important than ever to reinvent
your CV and set it apart from the hundreds submitted by professionals in your
field. To get started, incorporate some or all of the cool ideas listed below:
1. Play with colour: You
would be amazed at the difference a bit of colour can bring to your CV. And
when you think about it, everyone is too busy playing safe with the usual black
font. Use bold yet official-looking colours for your heading, sub-headings and
lines for that much-needed pop. Do keep in mind that your CV is not a colouring
book though, so refrain from going overboard at all costs.
2. Include infographics: Adding
infographics to your CV nicely displays your ability to think outside the box,
a highly desired trait in any industry. It also helps with readability, and
that’s something the hiring manager would always be grateful for. If you’re
more inclined to this option, you can try platforms likeVizualise.me. They
create free infographic-resumes with a professional touch.
3. Use different media: Who
says your CV has to be a printed document anyways? These days, people are using
Powerpoint slides and YouTube videos to sell themselves for those big
positions. They’re more environmentally-friendly options, anyways; an extra
bonus to the society.
4. Go digital: Having
a detailed Linkedin profile is great, but everyone owns one these days, so it
doesn’t exactly stand you apart. Create a cool website with your biography, CV
and work portfolio instead. The QR code craze is catching on quickly too,
another idea to explore.
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