How to Write an Effective CV
CV Top Tips
Create a CV that gets results
You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. As your official introduction, your CV format should look its professional best.
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Keep in mind that a CV should be:
- A well-presented, selling document
- A source of interesting, relevant information
- A script for talking about yourself
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Before CV writing begins, research a few CV examples. The CV tips below demonstrate how to create a CV visually appealing and effective.
- Generally, CVs are two pages in length; CV Summaries are one page.
- Print your CV in black ink on high quality white paper. That goes for cover letters as well.
- Use an easy to read CV format; peruse sample CVs for design ideas
- Do not make margins too wide or too narrow
- Choose a CV format that allows you to headline key achievements
- Information that shows you’re a great fit for the job should be placed toward the top
- Use bold type appropriately. Use underlining sparingly, if at all.
- Arial and Times New Roman are standard typefaces on most business computers. Avoid unusual typefaces.
- Use a font size of 11 points or above
- Edit lengthy paragraphs until they are concise and read fluidly
- Include detailed contact information on the first page
- Start employment history with your current or most recent job and work backwards
- Combine long-form copy with logically placed, thoughtfully written bullet points
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