CV’s in Ireland – CV not working!!
A CV is a key tool for job hunting and it is a key requirement when applying for most jobs. It is essential to have an impact CV and this will improve your performance on the job market. I have worked with all types of jobseekers and all types of CV’s in my time tweaking some and transforming others from frogs into princesses. However a professional can only do so much with your CV without blatant lies.
So what do you do when your CV is not getting you interviews?
Hide the CV!!
Quite often I meet individuals who are totally different than the image their CV gives with positive attitude and personality that cannot be caught on paper. The problem is that they keep relying on their CV’s and struggle in the job market. What do they do? Normally keep sending CV’s and become deflated with the rejection.
If your CV is not working try calling the employer directly. Have your sales pitch ready and use the opportunity to get you point across. Remember you are your CV and not the piece of paper. You will get knock backs from some clients when you call BUT others will entertain you. Good luck.
For more CV advice check out this post.
October 1st, 2008 at 7:59 am
somehow, i do agree with you that it is very different. everything written on the piece of paper and it doesn’t reflect your trueself. Does it mean that CV is better than talking over the phone?