A CV is the first opportunity for a potential employer to get to know you, therefore also the most important opportunity you have to show off your skills without appearing too arrogant and stand out. in front of potentially hundreds of other candidates. A CV is essentially a description of your background, skills and achievements; it also says who you are, what you want to do, and what you have to offer. To achieve this goal, you need to focus on the five main parts of writing a resume: job objective, past experiences, skills, references, and format. Job goal is a crucial topic that many people often overlook. In these short sentences of two to three, you must convince the employer that you want to make a career out of your position and that you want to stay there for the long term. This of course depends on the type of job you are applying for; you still need to establish your seriousness and commitment to the position. Starting with a simple sentence such as “Are you looking to obtain and secure a ____ to _____ position” can make all the difference; it's short, sweet and to the point. Another central topic to discuss is that you want to make the most of the skills you already have, which leads to learning new skills on the job and deepening your knowledge in the field. These few sentences that seem so simple can really set a lot of people apart from their competitors. Previous work experience is the last thing employers will check before hiring you, but what if you don't have any? Everyone has to start somewhere. If you're trying to get your first job, it's more reasonable to have something that says something about your character than nothing at all. Including small ce...... middle of paper ......e like the 36 to really capture their first look. Below is your address, contact details, etc. Make sure you have a respectable email address, and one thing that can really set you apart from the rest is having your own unique website. Only 7% of people have their own website, while 76% of hiring managers find it more impressive than any other personal branding tool. For just $12 a year from a provider like Srvis.com, it's hassle-free and gives you a huge advantage. The overall size of the majority of your resume text should be in 12-point font and should fit on a single page. It is essential to organize all your information so that it can be interpreted clearly and easily; using bullet points is a good way to go. With indentations, bolding, and the rest of these tips, you'll end up with a glossy resume that's easy on the eye and should get you to step two, the interview..