How can a well-written curriculum vitae help you in finding your dream job?

Last modified: 26. February 2024

At the start of job hunting, one of the most important questions that may arise is: why do I need a well-written *CV/resume?

Here are some thought-provoking arguments on how an effective resume can help you during your job search:

• Creating a first impression: your CV will be the first formal document that shapes your potential employer's first impression of you – that is why it is important for it to be professionally written and well-structured.

• Demonstrating suitability: Through your resume, you can prove how suitable you are for a specific position. Presenting diverse work experiences and explaining achieved results can assist you in this.

• Presenting professional background: In your resume, you can describe your professional experiences and qualifications in detail. This helps the prospective employer understand what kind of professional you are.

• Highlighting the positives: A resume is suitable for highlighting your positive qualities, skills and accomplishments. This way, you can demonstrate why you are the ideal candidate for the given position.

• Personal brand building: A good resume contributes to building your own personal brand. Beyond factual information, it provides an image of your visual style as well.

• Demonstrating writing skills: A CV is an excellent tool to showcase your writing skills. Your writing style and the way you convey information can demonstrate how well you can communicate in writing.

• An essential part of job applications: A well-written resume, accompanied by a cover letter, helps the employer gain a comprehensive picture of you and, based on this image, invite you for a job interview.

To sum up, the main purpose of a resume is to pique the interest of any prospective employer. It is also important that your resume is always up-to-date and tailored to the requirements of the job you want to apply for.

 

* CV/ Curriculum Vitae - used primarily in British English

* resume - used primarily in American English

 

by Zsuzsanna Zsanett Fentor