Tips and tricks to writing the best resume

kiasugurl · #1 (**permalink**) 03-24-2006, 07:56 AM

HI everyone,
I've just graduated, graduation ceremony soon, gonna need a job soon too. While I have no worries whatsoever with my grades and all, I'm looking for the best way to build my CV. Coz I'll be applying for the best of the best companies here in Singapore.

I've browsed the web for it, but so many styles, how would I know which ones' are good. Any guru out there to help this cute little singaporean girl?

audreylesb · #2 (**permalink**) 03-30-2006, 08:32 AM

Here's the scenario,
Some HR people have hundreds of CVs on their table all the time, and if you're into the best company like you mentioned, it could be thousands!
So, the key to effective CV writing means being certain that yours is free of the common errors that many employers see made over and over again.

Your CV should show a clear match between your skills and experience and the job's requirements. If you want to be competitive, be sharp in your CV. Let them know why you ARE the best person for the job.

Don't be boring. A solid CV is a tool to market yourself.
Avoid phrases like “responsibilities included” or “duties included.” Your CV should be an announcement of your major accomplishments.

I'll tell you more when I think of it, gotta run now.

Bye.

hhope1 · #3 (**permalink**) 04-10-2006, 01:41 AM

Hi,

I am also in need of some tips. I'm a writer and as such would probably need a CV more than I need a Resume.

The thing is...what do I put on the CV. Just how much of my schooling do I want to put down. I know it needs a listing of classes that are relevant to the job I'm applying for. But it seems kind of boring to list years worth of classes that apply.

sanju99 · #4 (**permalink**) 04-10-2006, 11:59 AM

According to me, CV must be short. It should contain Educational details,
Personal details, experience in short. Most important need to mention atleast 2 References. CV should be short simple. Grammatical errors should be rectified.

If anybody has anything more to share regarding Resume building.

regards,

Sanjay

summerbreeze88 · #5 (**permalink**) 04-10-2006, 12:09 PM

According to you Sanjay?
what do you do, are you a manager or something?

jesstwnpr · #6 (**permalink**) 06-24-2006, 12:48 AM

A good way to catch a manager's eye when turning in a CV or resume is to create an interesting heading or stationary that repeats on the front of the CV and the front of the cover letter or proposal or whatever.

Another good trick is to make sure the length isn't too extensive. I've seen lots of CVs that are just way too long. And the most valuable experiences are hidden in all the jibberish. Don't be so worried about having everything in reverse chronilogical order. I would put what is most important and impressive first. I suggest having a top portion that says something about "Relevant Experience" and then another heading that has "Additional Experience." That will show managers what they most need to see.

jesstwnpr · #7 (**permalink**) 06-24-2006, 12:50 AM

And by the way -- I'm not a manager, but I help people create their CVs and Resumes as part of my freelance work. So believe me, I've seen it all!!!

eastbridge · #8 (**permalink**) 07-18-2006, 05:07 PM

CV is the first step to get into a job that we are looking for. Some tips

Use fonts like Times New Roman, Verdana, Arial.
Font size should be 11 or 12. For heading make it 14.
Check for punctuation, spelling and grammatical mistakes.
Never provide false information regarding experience, salary.
Reference of your past employer gives an edge.

Always remember, first impression is the last impression. :idea:

humpty · #9 (**permalink**) 08-10-2006, 10:13 AM

First impression is the last impression?
lol, I don't agree but somehow, can't seem to disagree either, lol

Anyway, I think when writing a CV, you should follow a certain standard, my advice is to go and visit the hottest online employment website in your country, and build your CV from the CV builder they have. Once that is done, look for the option to either download it in a words document, or email it to yourself. Take a good look at how your CV is presented. Look for areas to improve it, or leave it as it is, and there you go, you've got yourself a great looking CV, without referring to thousands of samples which might not necessarily be suitable for you coz they're not the standard CV you get in your country.

mini_0 · #10 (**permalink**) 03-23-2007, 08:07 AM

Well if it is your first CV , then i have a better option for you , just go here and read the awesome tips and info given , you must be having a great deal of confusion in your mind , all will be cleared , jus have a look -
General information on writing a CV.
Also there are section on all the formats styles , do's and don'ts etc . check them out throughly .