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Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 5:02pm On Apr 25, 2021
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What's your skill set
Good listener
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:57am On Apr 27, 2021
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work independently and produce results
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:57pm On Apr 27, 2021
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Sensitive
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 5:49am On Apr 28, 2021
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time management
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:08am On Apr 29, 2021
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professional
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:34pm On Apr 29, 2021
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Result oriented
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:03pm On Apr 30, 2021
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Personnel management
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 1:07pm On May 01, 2021
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Team player
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 6:46pm On May 03, 2021
What should an ideal CV look like
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 6:52pm On May 03, 2021
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What should an ideal CV look like

brilliant question?

An ideal CV should take all the points raised in this article into consideration before typing a word.

It should be SWOT analysis compliant,

it should be brief, at most 3 work experience maximum,

It should be One page or two pages maximum for fresh grad to mid level employed 1- 6 years experience. Senior level employed can have maximum of 3 pages.

it should have measurable and specific achievements,

It should be smart looking, excellent first impression, an articulated Personal Statement that captures the attention of your potential employer.

It should have comphrensive and experienced related skills set.

It should demonstrate your professional Affiliation

Lastly, it does not necessarily require any reference, except specify by your potential employer

Success

PS. you can apply this basic principle to write your CV for yourself. If you need my assistant get my email or WhatsApp from the first page of this article.
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 9:55am On May 04, 2021
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What should an ideal CV look like

An Ideal CV should be

Consider SWOT analysis compliance.... According to Wikipedia, “SWOT analysis is a Strategic Planning techniques used to help a person or organization identify Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats related to business competition or project planning”.

No doubt you have competition in the labour market, in that job you wish to apply for. Therefore, it is your duty to identify your SWOT and position them to your advantage, if you must be ahead of your competitors.

So, what information can be classified your Strength or Opportunity, Weakness or Threats? For me, Information such as, Added academic qualification (PhD, Msc, MBa, etc), additional Certifications, Big brand Work Experience, and your achievements, will stand as my strength and opportunities. And, I will position them in my first page.
While, information such as Personal data (Date of birth; where you are above the age in an advertised job, Your Marital Status, State of origin etc.) will be considered my Weakness and Threats and i will relocate them to the behind pages.

The idea is, you position your strength and opportunities in your first page so that they attract attention of your potential employers.

Create an outstanding first impression
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:08am On May 06, 2021
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diligent
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 1:04pm On May 07, 2021
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Fluent in English Language
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:45am On May 08, 2021
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Empathy
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:21am On May 09, 2021
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Team player
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 6:33pm On May 09, 2021
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Fast learning
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:21am On May 10, 2021
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Strategic
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:36am On May 11, 2021
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Proactive
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:03pm On May 11, 2021
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listening
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by Ayhomes(m): 10:50pm On May 11, 2021
A real estate firm need the service of two Graphics and social media Manager to work as a staff at Ajah office.

Age 23 to 30 years

Qualification : Minimum of OND must reside within Lekki / Ajah axis

Salary: 70k plus commission

Send your CV to ayhomesinvestmentltd@gmail.com

Or send by WhatsApp to 08033471418
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:42am On May 12, 2021
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Independent
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:15am On May 13, 2021
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Organizational skills
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:13pm On May 13, 2021
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resourceful
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 9:57am On May 14, 2021
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Team worker
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 8:35am On May 15, 2021
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responsive
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:43pm On May 15, 2021
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Proficient in Power point presentation
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 5:41am On May 16, 2021
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Resilient
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:14pm On May 16, 2021
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Adaptable
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 10:28am On May 17, 2021
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industry knowledge
Re: Costly Mistakes I Discovered in 250 CVs: Why They Were Not Invited 4 Interviews by JOpress3: 7:41pm On May 17, 2021
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Consistent

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