Creating a CV from scratch can be a daunting experience. Knowing what to write, what parts of your experience to include and how much detail to go into can have you scratching your head for while, so we've put together some tips below that you may find helpful.
- Personal Profile - An opening summary outlining who you are and what you do
- Career History – focus most of your attention on recent history and other areas of relevance
- Skill Set – Any technical or personal skills should be listed clearly and early in the CV
- Achievements - Key achievements and accomplishments with tangible metrics
- Keywords – be sure to include all keywords relating to the roles you’re applying for, throughout the body of the CV
- Education - It's always important to include any Certifications or Degrees you've worked hard to attain
- Benevolence - Do include any charitable, community or volunteer work as this is very often recognised
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