This is trash

submit in whatever format you are asked to submit, and if not specified, submit an MS. Word document

I have submitted my CV as PDF when it was specified and got my opportunity .
Also there are automatic database systems that scan for keywords from PDF or any other text format documents so please don't miss inform others.

The kind of wrong unconfirmed info that makes front page on Nairaland these days makes me loose interest opening this website. Sincerely I was telling a colleague two days ago that very soon, I will delete my account on nairaland and never visit the site again. If one keep reading and digesting all these false news and info, before you know it you become a custodian of garbage. Think this forum is loosing credibility and sanity. My kobo observation sha. Have a lot of executives complaining about opening this website. You guys need to redraw your scopes and operations. You push just anything to the front page. Just anything.

brokenplate:
Don't do it.
I know PDF have better format but endeavor to resist every voice that convinces you to do so.

I worked as a talent acquisition personnel for close to a year and I came to understand why.


Most HR works with a database system that extracts CVs from their inbox and uploaded into the system.

The database only recognizes files in doc/docx format.

PDF files are reported as error files and end up being trashed.

With the workload no HR wi be chanced to start converting PDF file to doc file.

On some occasions it will be required that your CVs are profiled , Woking with PDF will render it almost impossible.

Who no go no know.

So even when you are given the option to send PDF files always opt for doc .

You will never go wrong sending your CVs in doc format.

Cheers

Why did u post this rubbish here, since I hv been on NL, this is worst post I hv ever read. Atleast I have 6yrs experience in this field till date in 2 diff countries

brokenplate:
Don't do it.
I know PDF have better format but endeavor to resist every voice that convinces you to do so.

I worked as a talent acquisition personnel for close to a year and I came to understand why.


Most HR works with a database system that extracts CVs from their inbox and uploaded into the system.

The database only recognizes files in doc/docx format.

PDF files are reported as error files and end up being trashed.

With the workload no HR wi be chanced to start converting PDF file to doc file.

On some occasions it will be required that your CVs are profiled , Woking with PDF will render it almost impossible.

Who no go no know.

So even when you are given the option to send PDF files always opt for doc .

You will never go wrong sending your CVs in doc format.

Cheers

Your grammatical construction sucks!!

Dont do this,dont do that? Keep misleading people

brokenplate:
Don't do it.
I know PDF have better format but endeavor to resist every voice that convinces you to do so.

I worked as a talent acquisition personnel for close to a year and I came to understand why.


Most HR works with a database system that extracts CVs from their inbox and uploaded into the system.

The database only recognizes files in doc/docx format.

PDF files are reported as error files and end up being trashed.

With the workload no HR wi be chanced to start converting PDF file to doc file.

On some occasions it will be required that your CVs are profiled , Woking with PDF will render it almost impossible.

Who no go no know.

So even when you are given the option to send PDF files always opt for doc .

You will never go wrong sending your CVs in doc format.

Cheers

Crap! Some recruiters do request for pdf format only.

Infact, in those days of looking for job.....some asked for your CV in excel format.

When it comes to job hunting, there are no permanent rules.

He that pays the piper dictates its tune.

What if u send ur CV in Corel draw X3 will it work

Op is right.

Meanwhile, should-schools-expel-teenagers-who-get-pregnant; what-can-a-parent-do? join the discussion

http://www.allaboutschoolsng.com/discussion-forum/school-matters/2-should-schools-expel-teenagers-who-get-pregnant-what-can-a-parent-do

brokenplate:


Hi, just like I said the system used in processing your CVs are called ATS (Applicant Tracking System).

This system helps HR to do keyword search and store CVs for central access.
ATS have always had difficult times reading PDFs .

Through modern version of ATS might accept PDFs(as used abroad) errors are being encountered still.

Pls visit this link by a foreign HR. You probably get better understanding.

Resume vs ATS System
https://www./strong-resume-vs-job-application-samuel-nelson

Kindly tell your firm to update their applications... This is 2017

brokenplate:


Hey bro who's here to compete how long we held the HR role?
What happens when you request a Doc and get all PDFs ?
If you want to be sincere what format are candidates most likely to send CVs and what format is mostly requested ?

At this point you're rapidly losing credibility. Don't be ridiculous.

crackhouse:
What of if u type ur CV with microsoft word 2010 and the reader have 2003 in his or her computer. What do u think will happen to it when it's opened with 2003 edition.

Save your document in compatibility mode

BigIyanga:

Your grammatical construction sucks!!

Congrats Tracy Chapman. Your English teacher deserves a medal.

majekdom2:
Crap! Some recruiters request for PDF, some talent acquisition softwares provide options for PDF. Infact when you re done uploading in word, it's saved in a PDF format. Taleo.net most especially. Sometimes, the word version you created your Created your CV might not be available to the recruiter... i.e your CV is in 2017 version while the recruiter uses 2013. It's best to follow instructions, don't mislead people!

You just spoke my mind. For numerous reasons I don't have time to be mentioning here, PDF format still remains the best option.

Naira land and confusion na 5nf 6

crackhouse:
What of if u type ur CV with microsoft word 2010 and the reader have 2003 in his or her computer. What do u think will happen to it when it's opened with 2003 edition.

Save it with a lower version format like 97-2003 document. with that, the person can open it.

This is very bad advice. The security implications of using a .doc or .docx file are too many. Pdf remains the standard for secure communication in the corporate world. Don't hand your details over to data thieves who can rob your personality with ctrl + c and ctrl + v.

This is very misleading, I would say your ATS needs upgrade. PDF is more of acceptable standard format. However, where ATS of any Organization is not PDF compatible, its the HR business to emphasize word (version if necessary) format

Rainmaker69:
This is very bad advice. The security implications of using a .doc or .docx file are too many. Pdf remains the standard for secure communication in the corporate world. Don't hand your details over to data thieves who can rob your personality with ctrl + c and ctrl + v.

And you think same can't be done with PDF file .

crackhouse:
What of if u type ur CV with microsoft word 2010 and the reader have 2003 in his or her computer. What do u think will happen to it when it's opened with 2003 edition.

save ur doc low version and open with any higher veraions.

Whenever ure typing ur doc, make sure u save with lower version i.e 1997 Microsoft office. The option is always there.

Cornerstone insurance plc, is seeking to recruit energetic, strong-willed and focused individuals to join it's team of professionals in line with its growth and expansion plan.

Our organization was established to conduct insurance business in a customer focused manner.

Job title: Financial planner/Marketing Executive

Location: Abuja

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their cv to sahimolowo@cornerstone.com.ng

Honestly the op is very correct to a very large extent. Follow what the op said to be on a safe side.

Pinkieblue:
Cornerstone insurance plc, is seeking to recruit energetic, strong-willed and focused individuals to join it's team of professionals in line with its growth and expansion plan.

Our organization was established to conduct insurance business in a customer focused manner.

Job title: Financial planner/Marketing Executive

Location: Abuja

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their cv to sahimolowo@cornerstone.com.ng

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Sambest2:


And you think same can't be done with PDF file .

Thats not the issue my friend.
Pdfs have higher security features. Simple.
If you're to travel to Calabar from Lagos, You can choose to walk, travel by road or travel by air. All 3 methods will take you there. Choose wisely.

Rainmaker69:

Thats not the issue my friend.
Pdfs have higher security features. Simple.
If you're to travel to Calabar from Lagos, You can choose to walk, travel by road or travel by air. All 3 methods will take you there. Choose wisely.

In terms of security, PDF are getting more insecure if you don't know because of its apparent acceptability using embedded macros and JavaScript, especially when PDF files are downloaded over the internet.

I personally like PDF because of its rendering, it won't scatter your document more like WYSIWYG unlike doc.

brokenplate:
Don't do it.
I know PDF have better format but endeavor to resist every voice that convinces you to do so.

I worked as a talent acquisition personnel for close to a year and I came to understand why.


Most HR works with a database system that extracts CVs from their inbox and uploaded into the system.

The database only recognizes files in doc/docx format.

PDF files are reported as error files and end up being trashed.

With the workload no HR wi be chanced to start converting PDF file to doc file.

On some occasions it will be required that your CVs are profiled , Woking with PDF will render it almost impossible.

Who no go no know.

So even when you are given the option to send PDF files always opt for doc .

You will never go wrong sending your CVs in doc format.

Cheers

Please do not confuse people, it is suggested you submit your CV or resume in PDF because it can't be edited.... The software that you use is way out of date, please call your former employers to update it......

I don't even reply recruiters or companies that as for word format anymore because one of them edited my contact details and put his and submitted to another company and I lost the opportunity because the interested company couldn't reach me directly

unless stated otherwise, it is best to share your cv in pdf format

i have always used the latest version of microsoft word, and i have experienced weird formatting glitches when sharing documents with people using lower versions

one could have spent 15 minutes cramming a document into a single page, only to sen to someone using word 2010 and find the document as two pages.

brokenplate:


Hey bro who's here to compete how long we held the HR role?
What happens when you request a Doc and get all PDFs ?
If you want to be sincere what format are candidates most likely to send CVs and what format is mostly requested ?

Those who saw doc in advert instructions and sent in PDF are the culprits and deserve whatever consequences.... Whether deliberately or oversight or omissions...They disobeyed simple instructions. One major quality expected of a potential employee is obedience.

Apparently you assumed and concluded that they'd rather send in PDF than .doc so you rushed to WARN them based on a very unstable scenario.

You have created a topic by pre-empting what applicants would or wouldn't do even under specific instructions....to what end?

Worse-off you're defending your very flawed opinion. That is ignorance.





@femi4 Pls loud it!

femi4:
Crap! Some recruiters do request for pdf format only.

Infact, in those days of looking for job.....some asked for your CV in excel format.

When it comes to job hunting, there are no permanent rules.

He that pays the piper dictates its tune.

Ladies and gentlemen...the OP is your standard confused Nigerian HR personnel.