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Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 4:33pm On Aug 19, 2017
A CV is an outline of a person’s educational and professional history. It summarizes how your skills and abilities can contribute to an organisation. It helps get you a Job Interview. It is employers’ screening tool.

Below are Seven Parts of CV you need to consider when designing a CV.

1. Headings
Don’t write CV, curriculum vitae or résumé at the top. The employer/recruiter can see what it is.
Write your name in a bold format so they can find you quickly in a stack of CVs
Do not use italic format
Use a serious and professional email address. E.g adakoleutaji@gmail.com, adakole.utaji@gmail.com, adakoleutaji@yahoo.com,
Do not use email like samcares4you@yahoo.com, sam4real@gmail.com,
Do not include your photo on your CV


2.Objectives

Also called ‘career objective’ or ‘job objective’
An Objective can be helpful if you are applying to a company that interests you, but not in response to a particular job opening.
It isn’t necessary to write a full sentence
Make it short and specific. A vague, general objective wastes space and the reader’s time.

3. Key Skills and Experience

A very brief summary of your most relevant skills and experience. Employers/recruiters scan CVs for 30 seconds or less before deciding if they want to read further. Let them know what you want them to know about you in seconds
Customize! For example, use ‘Key Marketing Skills & Experience’ for a marketing position
Use phrases instead of full sentences
Capitalize the first letter in each new bullet point
Many companies and recruiters use internet to search for skills and experience that match their requirements. This is a good opportunity to include key words and phrases that would help them locate the required skills on your CV

4. Education

As fresh and young graduate, you will probably want to put the education section next. But applicants who have lots of work experience place that section before education in their CVs.
Starting with your most recent education list:
Your HND/BSc. Or Masters Degree etc
The full name of the Institution of learning should be written in English, location - city and country
The period of time you have been there – month and year or year of graduation
Do not include grades unless they are above average
If you have received any academic honors, include them in this section
Do not write 2,1, or Two One instead write 2:1 as Second Class Upper
At the end of the education section, you can list any additional training or course(s) relevant to the job you are applying for

5. Experience

Using ‘Experience’ instead of ‘Work Experience’ enables you to include paid, and non-paid work, internships, volunteer work, and other experience that has helped develop your skill set. Employers care more that you have the experience rather than where you got it.
Indicate your employer, the dates of employment (month/year), your position and your key responsibilities and accomplishments
Use reverse chronological order: Start with your most recent experience and work backwards.
Use the present tense for current positions and the past tense for work you are no longer doing.
Use action verbs to describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Include any work-related recognition you have received at the end of this section

6. Additional Skills
Computer skills
Any other relevant skills including language proficiency

Note: Skills that are particularly relevant for a job application should also be listed under Key Skills and Experience

7. References

References Available upon request’ is optional. It is understood that you will provide them when asked to do so.
You can include about three references in your CV
Try to avoid family relatives in your CV
Make it professional: Your reference may include your colleagues at work, your head of department, your lecturer, a friend etc

.
Considering these seven parts of CV will help you design a winning CV that may earn you a call for test/interview


SOURCE: http://www.careersnig.com/2017/05/seven-most-important-cv-parts-that-need.html?m=1

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 7:29am On Aug 20, 2017
resourceful
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by KayDEAN(m): 7:41am On Aug 20, 2017
grin plus a massive connection grin

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by MiguelKingII(m): 7:43am On Aug 20, 2017
Nice writeup, but in Nigeria; no long legs, no job tongue tongue

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Badonasty(m): 7:44am On Aug 20, 2017
tripleY:
A CV is an outline of a person’s educational and professional history. It summarizes how your skills and abilities can contribute to an organisation. It helps get you a Job Interview. It is employers’ screening tool.

Below are Seven Parts of CV you need to consider when designing a CV.

1. Headings
Don’t write CV, curriculum vitae or résumé at the top. The employer/recruiter can see what it is.
Write your name in a bold format so they can find you quickly in a stack of CVs
Do not use italic format
Use a serious and professional email address. E.g adakoleutaji@gmail.com, adakole.utaji@gmail.com, adakoleutaji@yahoo.com,
Do not use email like samcares4you@yahoo.com, sam4real@gmail.com,
Do not include your photo on your CV


2.Objectives

Also called ‘career objective’ or ‘job objective’
An Objective can be helpful if you are applying to a company that interests you, but not in response to a particular job opening.
It isn’t necessary to write a full sentence
Make it short and specific. A vague, general objective wastes space and the reader’s time.

3. Key Skills and Experience

A very brief summary of your most relevant skills and experience. Employers/recruiters scan CVs for 30 seconds or less before deciding if they want to read further. Let them know what you want them to know about you in seconds
Customize! For example, use ‘Key Marketing Skills & Experience’ for a marketing position
Use phrases instead of full sentences
Capitalize the first letter in each new bullet point
Many companies and recruiters use internet to search for skills and experience that match their requirements. This is a good opportunity to include key words and phrases that would help them locate the required skills on your CV

4. Education

As fresh and young graduate, you will probably want to put the education section next. But applicants who have lots of work experience place that section before education in their CVs.
Starting with your most recent education list:
Your HND/BSc. Or Masters Degree etc
The full name of the Institution of learning should be written in English, location - city and country
The period of time you have been there – month and year or year of graduation
Do not include grades unless they are above average
If you have received any academic honors, include them in this section
Do not write 2,1, or Two One instead write 2:1 as Second Class Upper
At the end of the education section, you can list any additional training or course(s) relevant to the job you are applying for

5. Experience

Using ‘Experience’ instead of ‘Work Experience’ enables you to include paid, and non-paid work, internships, volunteer work, and other experience that has helped develop your skill set. Employers care more that you have the experience rather than where you got it.
Indicate your employer, the dates of employment (month/year), your position and your key responsibilities and accomplishments
Use reverse chronological order: Start with your most recent experience and work backwards.
Use the present tense for current positions and the past tense for work you are no longer doing.
Use action verbs to describe your responsibilities and accomplishments.
Include any work-related recognition you have received at the end of this section

6. Additional Skills
Computer skills
Any other relevant skills including language proficiency

Note: Skills that are particularly relevant for a job application should also be listed under Key Skills and Experience

7. References

References Available upon request’ is optional. It is understood that you will provide them when asked to do so.
You can include about three references in your CV
Try to avoid family relatives in your CV
Make it professional: Your reference may include your colleagues at work, your head of department, your lecturer, a friend etc

.
Considering these seven parts of CV will help you design a winning CV that may earn you a call for test/interview


SOURCE: http://www.careersnig.com/2017/05/seven-most-important-cv-parts-that-need.html?m=1


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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by okims: 7:44am On Aug 20, 2017
God will help us
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by empressteemah06(f): 7:45am On Aug 20, 2017
Thanks straight forward and resourceful
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by kennsville(m): 7:47am On Aug 20, 2017
Nice one . It helped me looking for a job here in australia. Nice country. In nigeria I don't think beautifully written CVS work.

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Sleyanya1(m): 7:47am On Aug 20, 2017
Nice
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by fergie001: 7:49am On Aug 20, 2017
Nice 1
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by ebenice(m): 7:50am On Aug 20, 2017
Its one thing to write a good C.V ..its another thing to get a good job


They do say whatever is urs is urs and u will get it...sometimes what ever is urs may not end up urs ..u have to collect it with force.. Just keep praying and never give up trying ..one day ur turn go come.


I pray for all job seekers ..may your dream job locate u in Jesus name..its well

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by abumeinben(m): 7:53am On Aug 20, 2017
Well, I use "Exposure" in place of "Experience".

Plus

The heading of my CV is :
STEVE JOBS
Software Developer
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 8:04am On Aug 20, 2017
Same old recycled poo
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by opeyemitee(m): 8:06am On Aug 20, 2017
Nice job. But sincerely, there is no generally acceptable way of writing a CV. A serious organization who knows what it wants will not bother about the way you write your CV, it's what you can offer. For instance, I've seen a first class graduate of a reputable university who had a well written CV but when invited for an interview, he could not respond satisfactorily to the questions put to him, the whole thing seemed strange to him. And do u know why? The guy actually employed là cram Lapor while in school.

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 8:07am On Aug 20, 2017
Huge lie! That's what people use to deceive themselves.
MiguelKingII:
Nice writeup, but in Nigeria; no long legs, no job tongue tongue

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by jericco1(m): 8:17am On Aug 20, 2017
I should start writing my CV
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by generaluthman: 8:18am On Aug 20, 2017
nice piece
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by ANTONINEUTRON(m): 8:26am On Aug 20, 2017
....

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 8:31am On Aug 20, 2017
@OP, giving a SAMPLE might help many.
Nice Post
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Webman007: 8:56am On Aug 20, 2017
Anyways you look at it, at the end of the day, its not just the CV but what you have done/have to offer that will land you the JOB. Secondly why not consider a Portfolio Website? this goes beyond what a normal CV can offer you.

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by bravesoul247(m): 9:03am On Aug 20, 2017
kennsville:
Nice one . It helped me looking for a job here in australia. Nice country. In nigeria I don't think beautifully written CVS work.
How can I get a job there from Nigeria please?
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by Nobody: 9:05am On Aug 20, 2017
Adegbenro7643:
@OP, giving a SAMPLE might help many.
Nice Post
Yeah, you are right.
For sample C. V and much more, Kindly visit
www.careersnig.com
Thank you.
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by pistopee(m): 9:14am On Aug 20, 2017
OP grin grin grin
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by don4real18(m): 9:14am On Aug 20, 2017
You can add a professional looking picture to your cv
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by ladycomfort(f): 10:22am On Aug 20, 2017
KayDEAN:
grin plus a massive connection grin
cheesy
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by kennsville(m): 10:22am On Aug 20, 2017
bravesoul247:
How can I get a job there from Nigeria please?
I don't really know. I think you will get that information from he government site.
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by TunnyOgunnowo(m): 10:39am On Aug 20, 2017
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In the link page, register as a new user and fill in all your details and qualifications and you will begin to receive job vacancies that match the qualifications you have filled in.

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by habeylinco(m): 11:12am On Aug 20, 2017
Noted
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by bravesoul247(m): 1:26pm On Aug 20, 2017
kennsville:

I don't really know. I think you will get that information from he government site.
can I get the website from you please and maybe you can help me ask if they'll be needing the services of an Estate Surveyor from Africa. I'm also a sales man too. Thank you.
Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by MysticVibe(f): 1:45pm On Aug 20, 2017
Keep believing this and limiting yourself. Not every Nigerian organization is corrupt.

MiguelKingII:
Nice writeup, but in Nigeria; no long legs, no job tongue tongue

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Re: Seven Important CV Parts That Needs More Attention by akanbiaa(m): 1:49pm On Aug 20, 2017
KayDEAN:
grin plus a massive connection grin
The connected whom are those who gets all the available jobs these days only create CV after getting the job for documentation purpose and its mostly copy and paste by cafe operators with little adjustments

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