Some common mistakes that should be avoided in writing a CV

Some common mistakes that should be avoided in writing a CV:

In Adequate Contact Information:

Make sure that all of your contact information are clear including your full name, address, Email and phone number in order to enable your future manager to contact you easily.
 

No Goals:

Each CV should include a brief summary indicating the job you are applying to and a brief introduction that summarizes your qualifications for the job. On the other hand, take in consideration that the aim of your CV is identifying what you can give to your manager not what he can give you.

Negative Language:

Keep in your mind that using a positive language identifies an ambitious personality that seeks for success, while the negative one indicates a lazy personality. For example, there are certain words that give the impression of experts’ success; including,” I was the spearhead in the company, I have led, achieved, encouraged and developed”, instead of employing semantically poor and fragment sentences such as,” I used to run the company shares at the stocks and bonds Markets). Employ sentences of positive indications such as; “I used to run the company shares through which I have earned 34% annual revenues that are estimated by $200 Million, due to speculating at the stock and bonds markets”.

Starting with “I” or First Person pronoun:

Do not start your CV using “I” or First Person Pronoun; especially while explaining your job nature, on the contrary make your sentences effective and brief, and use as possible positive words as you can.
 
Lack of Concentration:  

At every CV you should define the work field that you look forward to work at, for example if you are applying for two different positions you should have two different, separable CVs according to each job requirements; since each job has special requirements and skills including, accomplishments, qualifications and skills that attract any employer, and this is something that written CVs lack without including the profession details.
 
Bad Design:

If your CV was cursed by a bad design, random, non coherent headlines it would not take more than a quick glance by any reader, in other words you have to provide a clear, simple and attractive CV through following these advice,  mention details in a shape of points instead of a long, boring text, after typing your CV make sure that the used font is the same, the text is in the middle of the page and many other details that are necessary for the perfection of your CV. Moreover, avoid using colored, painted and shiny paper if you are applying for a creative job indicate your ability through a collection of your works not throgh your CV, make sure that you are using a high quality paper ( if you are not going to send it by Email), and it should not exceed one page long unless you were of a long, high qualifications and experience.

Lack of Proofreading:

Spelling errors, weak grammar and excessive errors alienate any employer, so you have to read and review your CV before sending it to any employer. On the other hand, use the spelling check application in Microsoft Word, make someone else read and review it for you in order to avoid any negative effect.

Ignoring Some Important Facts:

Your education and practical experience are important details that should be enlisted clearly along with accurate dates and associations’ names that were obtained from. Use certain significant words as possible as you can that describe accurately your work and practical experience; resulting in making a distinguish CV amongst your competitors. Furthermore, these conditions should be fulfilled precisely in CVs web search, if you were not sure which words to use, try reading the job descriptions deeply, examine similar job descriptions and ask people who work in similar positions about the job qualifications and skills.

False Facts:

Lies or semi truths will be discovered sooner or later, so it is better to remove it from your CV. If you have not yet finished your university study, you must mention that along with defining your school year, dates, job and details, and enlist accurately and honestly the campaigns you have made. Most companies examine each employee’s history to verify every detail mentioned in his\her CV (Especially if there were any sense of exaggeration) which will be discovered sooner or later.  

Sending CVs Randomly:

Make sure that you have sent your CV to the right person and company attached with a brief letter that defines your personality, qualifications, goals and what you can give to this job, furthermore make some effort to know who owns the decision of hiring you, what specialization they are looking for and then send your CV addressed by this person name; instead of sending it to the wrong person or try to address it by “To whom it may concern”.

There are other things that should be avoided in writing a CV including the followings:
· Lies and exaggerative qualifications
· Information repetitions for example, if your current job is the same as your previous one do not repeat your responsibilities.
· Do not mention your current or expected salary; since this issue should be discussed after being interviewed.
· Do not mention the problems that have faced you at work or reasons beyond quitting your job.
· Do not attach your portrait.