C.V Help

[doyle369]

Its time for me to leave my job at McDonalds (which I hate) and to find a new job. Dont have a clue what though.

Do you think these C.Vs are abit over the top if you are not in the design business & are just applying for a general job? I just want it to be different and stand out

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2009/04/01/10-handy-tips-for-web-design-cvs-and-resumes/

 

[thatoneguy82]

Hmm. I think for your situation a CV may be too much. Do you have anything that may warrant a CV? I'm not in the design field, I'm in the medical/science field. I have 3 page CV that lists all my degrees, certications and licenses. I also have stated particular projects that I have been involve in, or lead.

If you have that, then do it. Otherwise a resume is best. I honestly don't even think any one cares anymore if your resume is more than one page, if this is your concern.

 

[miles01110]

Web CVs/resumes are a great way to not even be considered for a job. The vast majority of companies that ask for resumes will want it in doc or PDF format only.

 

[aicul]

Resume/cv... I cannot say what is best

But if you don't have anything considered flashy, nothing prevents you from stating just that, and indicating what you learnt in these experiences.

LIke "at mcdonalds i learnt teamwork and multitasking"

 

[Macman45]

Another old favourite (but it used to get my attention when shifting through CV's) is to add the phrase "Seeking a fresh challenge" into your resume. It helps to indicate a willingness to learn, and a certain drive.

The sad truth about CV's is that many of them simply get discarded....Pay close attention to grammar, punctuation etc. And DON'T rely on a spell-checker...Far too many words in the English language are misinterpreted by software. If in doubt, use a good old fashioned dictionary.

 

[miles01110]

Another old favourite (but it used to get my attention when shifting through CV's) is to add the phrase "Seeking a fresh challenge" into your resume. It helps to indicate a willingness to learn, and a certain drive.

No it doesn't. It indicates you are sending the same resume to as many potential employers as you can because you don't really know what you want to do and/or aren't qualified for the position in the first place.