Writting The Killer CV

Writing the 'killer' CV

We are not concerned with standard CV's, those boring grey documents which exude nothing but the lack of imagination of the writer.

What we aim for is the 'Killer CV' that goes straight for the jugular and screams out to the reader.

By combining razor sharp content that is clear, concise and instantly accessible with striking layout that adheres to the tried and tested conventions of CV writing, you will be half way to getting the perfect job.

What is a CV and what can it do for you?

If you buy a new stereo you make a point of reading its specification to make sure it can perform all the tasks you want it to do. An employer reads your CV for much the same purpose.

A CV is your personal specification, it documents your abilities, and shows the reader what you are capable of.

Curriculum Vitae is Latin for "course of life"

An employer may have a pile of one hundred CV's on his/her desk and from those applicants only ten will be chosen for interview. A well written CV will get you that interview.

During the interview the only source of information the employer has about you is your covering letter and CV, therefore many of the questions that will be posed will be based upon aspects of those documents - so make sure you know what you've put before them.

Afterwards the interviewer may once again refer back to your CV to remind themselves of your abilities, and depending upon how you performed at the interview you will be offered the job.

Finally the CV can be influential during salary negotiations as it details your skills and experience; your salary will be partially based upon these factors.

A CV should always be considered work in progress