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02.10.2022 22:23 •  Английский язык

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You and your CV
Your CV is possibly your most important tool in your search to find the right job.
It is the first thing a future employer sees about you, and if it’s not right, may be the last. An employer will do no more than glance at your CV – it’s estimated that most employers spend no more than twenty seconds looking at each CV, so you have very little time to make the right impression. Here’s some advice to help you make the most of those twenty seconds.
What it should look like?
The first rule of all CVs is keep them clear and simple – anything complicated or long tends to get rejected instantly. Achieving that is a matter of making good use of lists, bullet points and note form, and keeping your CV to the right length. There are no fixed rules on how long it should be, and it will vary, of course, according to your age, experience, etc., but keep it to one page if you can – this length is convenient for your reader to work with.
As for style, there are different kinds of layouts you can follow – look for the examples on Internet sites to see which one you prefer – but the basic rule is to use headings well to signal clearly where all the relevant information is. Make sure you include these sections: qualification, skills, education, work experience, references, personal interests/hobbies, personal qualities, then label them clearly so that your prospective employer can find the information they want quickly and easily.
Content
CVs tend to follow a fixed order. They start with your personal details such as name, address and contact details, then go on to personal qualities such as those things in your personality that might attract an employer, e.g. conscientious, adventurous, punctual, etc., and your career goals.
After this comes the main part of your CV starting with education, then work experience. Use reverse chronological order to list these, starting with what you’re doing now. It’s most common to go back no more than 10 years. Give your job details such as job titles, the names of the organizations you worked for, an outline of your job duties and then note your particular achievements.
Then go on to your personal interests and finish up with the details of some good, reliable referees. Your future employer may not follow up on these, but they do make an impression.
Do’s and don’ts
A glance at your CV should create a good impression. Don’t make spelling mistakes, and don’t send in anything crumpled or with coffee stains on it. Anything like that leads to instant rejection. Use good quality A4 paper and don’t send in anything other than a cover letter. Diplomas, testimonials, etc., will be requested later if they’re interested in you.
When you think you’ve finished writing your CV, read it over very carefully. Check your full stops, use bullets, indentation, use capital letters, etc. And never include in your CV anything that’s not true. It’s very easy for an employer to check, and if your CV doesn’t match what they find out, then your chances of getting that job are probably gone.
Finally, carry out the instructions in the job ad very carefully. If they require three copies, then send them three copies, not two or four. Make sure you meet the deadline too, and put the right stamp on you envelope. You’ll need to accompany your CV with cover letter. This should be tailored to each job you apply for.
And last of all “Good luck”!

1. Answer the following questions:
1) What is the main purpose of a CV?
2) Is there a standard format for a CV?
3) Should you always tell the truth when writing your CV? Why?
2. Do the following statements agree with the information in the text? True/false/not stated
1. CVs are essential when applying for jobs.
2. Employers spend a long time reading applicants’ CVs.
3. The style of CVs varies from country to country.