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Tips for writing an effective CV or filling-up a Job Application Form and avoidable mistakes
Dear Professionals,
Getting employment is an ultimate target of almost everyone. It process in two ways, either by CV mode or application form mode. CVs are commonly used in corporate sectors and application forms are in Government. It does not by which we ask for employment, on the things matters is our way of expression and presentation of calibers.
Few tips of writing or filling form effectively;
1-Show you can learn, relearn and learn again
2-Functional, chronological or creative? Choose the right CV format/type
3-Keep your CV to two pages
4-Back up your achievements with numbers
5-Recognize when it’s time to throw out your CV
Source: Guardian Jobs at https://www.theguardian.com/careers/2015/dec/29/the-best-cv-writing...
Do not make mistake in doing followings;
1-Listing objectives and what you’re looking for
2-Focus on Paragraphs (other than in the opening profile)
3-Separate responsibilities and achievement headings in career history including full reference.
4-Stating salary or reason for leaving (most probably to be honest in this section)
Source: Guardian Jobs at https://www.theguardian.com/careers/2016/mar/23/cv-mistakes-you-mig...
Above points are clear and understandable. If you need explanation, advised for consulting the original content at their respective sources. We can have the discussion on the points which are ambiguous. LIS Links members are requested to add the points to make the content more effective (if any).
Thank You.
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