How to Write a CV in a Post-Pandemic World
The traditional CV (curriculum vitae) has been a key part of the recruitment process for many years but it’s changed and developed over time. Post-lockdown has brought with it many changes, from the attributes employers are looking for in an applicant’s CV to hybrid workplaces, technical skills and resourcefulness.
During the pandemic lockdown years, many people took up new hobbies, discovered new talents when forced to work from home, set up side hustles, took on homeschooling and upskilled with online training and adapted to new technology.? But how do you incorporate this into a post-pandemic CV that’s going to attract employers?
The post-pandemic CV
There are some elements of the traditional CV that still stand; name, telephone number and email address, work experience, education, qualifications and training. But then in starts getting interesting; indeed, there are some who would argue that CV or Curriculum Vitae is no longer trendy and you should be using Resume as a more accurate description of your credentials.
Currently, there are 1.3 million job vacancies in the UK, significantly lower than a typical pre-pandemic August, as many 50+ people took the decision to start their own business or retire early during Covid-19.
But as we head towards kids going back to school and the end of the summer holidays, more and more people are starting to think about career changes. There’s also the paradox of the ‘sandwich generation’ and the cost of living crisis starting to really bite into people’s purses. This is driving the over 50s generation, who’ve perhaps retired early or have older children going off to college or university, back to work.
So, whether you are just starting out in the job market, looking for a career change or going back to work, how do you write a CV – sorry, Resume – in a post-pandemic world that gets noticed?
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Top tips to writing a CV that stands out
There is certain information that you must include in your CV. Start at the top with your name (you don’t need to add CV, Curriculum Vitae or Resume), then add your mobile number and email address. But before you go any further, read our top tips to help you craft a CV that really does stand out from the rest.
It’s often the case that you may look at several types of roles. For example, as well as considering marketing roles, you may also apply for communications or PR roles. Different companies have different job and skills requirements so it’s always worth tailoring your CV, and application letter, to the job description.
Nobody’s CV is the same as someone else’s; it is unique to you, your education, experience and skills. If you’re struggling with writing your CV, let Auxato help you.
Auxato is a leading UK executive search and recruitment consultancy specialising in sourcing the best communications, PR and marketing professionals.