Formatting F#ck Ups

Formatting F#ck Ups

When it comes to CV writing,

don't underestimate the power of formatting.


Poorly formatted CV's have a far lower chance of being read when submitted to a job application.


They're also a lot harder to be uploaded (or parsed) onto the ATS systems used by most recruitment agencies to add CV's to their database.


Your CV is NOT a canvas for you to showcase your creativity. Unless you can showcase that creativity in a size 11/12 font.

This week alone I've seen;

  • Powerpoint CV's
  • Landscape CV's
  • CV's where people have seemingly gone back in time to rediscover Clipart.


Keep it simple. Stick to these golden rules;

  • BLACK AND WHITE ONLY
  • NO PHOTOS
  • NO INFORMATION IN THE MARGINS
  • SPELLCHECK. THEN DO IT AGAIN
  • NO PIE CHARTS, GRAPHS, INFOGRAPHICS OR LOGOS
  • DON'T INCLUDE ROLES MORE THAN 10 YEARS OLD
  • MAX 2 PAGES*

*this one's a joke but I thought it'd be funny for the shits and giggles. Provided the information is relevant, have at it.

What does a good CV format look like?

Head over to CV writer extraordinaire Rebecca Pay 's website to download her free CV starter pack and you'll see.

https://mailchi.mp/payforprecision.com/cv-starter-pack

The End.


If you’re looking for inspiration to change your relationship with work from people who have done just that, then tune into the new season of my podcast 'JobsWorth' via the link below ????

https://open.spotify.com/show/26LxDE7jzZIaGgYW3nwAGp?si=55314be519d74fcd



Rebecca Pay

Kick-ass CV and resume writer for senior leaders and interim directors. ?? LinkedIn Top Voice.?? Neurodivergent AF mother. ?? ??Join Kick-ass Job Squad on Skool or see payforprecision.com for FREE CV writing pack.??

4 个月

Great advice! And thanks for the mention! My CV starter pack has got plenty of people interviews, only just heard from a successful candidate yesterday! John Hawker

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