An article in the Scotsman pointed out that many people draft one CV and use it when applying for every post they are interested in, but claimed employers disapprove of this approach.
The source recommended that applicants should use the objectives section of their resume to explain to potential employers why they are applying for the role, while all skills listed should be ones which are required for the job.
'Use exactly the same descriptions for skills, experience and qualifications as on the job ad or application guidelines, always cover the essential job skills, qualifications and experience and ensure that everything in your work history is clearly relevant,' the newspaper explained.
In addition, the news provider said that a well-designed CV will be no more than two pages long and structured so that the employer feels compelled to read the second page as soon as they complete the first.
Recently, the Careers Advice Service advised IT job applicants to make sure their CV is consistent when it comes to fonts, headings, paragraphs and bullet points, as this will help prevent it from looking sloppy.
The source recommended that applicants should use the objectives section of their resume to explain to potential employers why they are applying for the role, while all skills listed should be ones which are required for the job.
'Use exactly the same descriptions for skills, experience and qualifications as on the job ad or application guidelines, always cover the essential job skills, qualifications and experience and ensure that everything in your work history is clearly relevant,' the newspaper explained.
In addition, the news provider said that a well-designed CV will be no more than two pages long and structured so that the employer feels compelled to read the second page as soon as they complete the first.
Recently, the Careers Advice Service advised IT job applicants to make sure their CV is consistent when it comes to fonts, headings, paragraphs and bullet points, as this will help prevent it from looking sloppy.
