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Have you sent out dozens of job applications but no one has responded? After all, you know how to write a CV. Are you sure? What should a CV look like? Visit Resumegets.com, here you will not only find useful tips, but also real help in writing a CV.

Almost every candidate makes some mistakes on their CV - it's impossible to completely prevent this. However, it is important to avoid making cardinal mistakes that can disqualify you from further involvement in the hiring process. Below are some examples of the most common resume mistakes candidates make.

Gaps and lies on resumes

Lies have short legs, including the one you listed on your CV. According to HR professionals, candidates are most likely to ""distort the truth"" when it comes to language skills. Paradoxically, it is this lie that comes out the fastest. All it takes is a short conversation in a particular language that the applicant is supposedly fluent in.

""Colouring"" also occurs in the case of knowledge of computer programmes about which the person has no idea, an increase in working hours or an exaggeration of professional successes. Recommendations from friends are also common.

Remember that in some cases it is a misdemeanour or even a criminal offence to lie on a CV (in the case of forged documents such as a university degree). Are you really willing to risk your career for a few extra skills or certificates?

Inappropriate title for the period of unemployment

Write ""jobseeker"" instead of ""unemployed"". This will add some dynamism and demonstrate your drive and determination.

Lack of specificity

A resume needs to present the tasks completed, so it's not enough to include just the company name and position when describing your work experience. It is then difficult to conclude what qualifications, experience the candidate or job seeker has.

Outdated CV

Work experience, qualifications and achievements are not current and the information is not very clear.

A clear exaggeration

Show your strengths, but don't exaggerate them. Experienced hiring managers keep an eye on this and verify information during the interview - for example, fluency in written and spoken English can easily be put to the test. A poor CV, stretched information will not get you a job contract.

Copy, paste, send

How many times have you sent out dozens of resumes and nothing! Why? OK, one question: do you send the same document for every ad? Here's your answer.

Never send the same resume to every company. Always personalise your CV with the job offer in mind. This will definitely increase your chances of being hired. A resume that is ""off-topic"" will only annoy the employer and end up in the trash. Every employer is looking for certain skills in a candidate and expects your work experience to meet specific industry requirements.

Inaccurate information

As we've written above, a CV serves as an overview of your career. To ensure sufficient clarity and readability, it's important to focus on the salient points that are most valuable from the recruiter's perspective.

Some candidates, in an effort to stand out, include their favorite phrases on their resume. This idea, while seemingly good, can reflect negatively on you. Remember, a resume is not a diary, and a poorly chosen quote will do you more harm than good. So before you present your employer with a golden thought from your guru, think about whether you really want to put it on your CV.

Are you applying for a position in 2022, but do you absolutely need to put on your CV courses taken 10 years earlier? Not really. Check their validity and, above all, how relevant they are to the position you are applying for. The space reserved for your ""outdated"" diplomas is better reserved for a brief description of your duties with previous employers.

Knowledge of some computer software

If you're applying for a job as a bus driver, you don't need to write much about your knowledge of Photoshop. Almost everyone works with Windows these days, so it's not a skill that sets you apart and deserves a mention.

Beach Photography

If you decide to add photography to your CV, don't make this mistake! It's not about making your photo look like a cut-out from an ID, but photos from parties or holidays are not a good idea either.

Of course, a professional recruiter shouldn't judge your competence by the way you look. But remember that everyone is just a person, and is often subconsciously guided by the principle of first impression. Besides, let's face it, lying under a palm tree with a drink in your hand won't make you look very professional.

Too common interests

Many candidates construct the hobbies section in this way, either by omitting it or by writing clichés like movies, books or music. Nightmare!

Your interests could be one of the topics in an interview, so it's worth mentioning them. However, remember to be specific. The now-famous ""books, music, movies"" hobbies don't tell the employer anything about your personality. In fact, everyone writes that way. If you like books, write down which ones you enjoy reading the most. Not specific titles, but, for example, the genre or author. Is music a passion of yours? Great, maybe you play an instrument? What kind of music do you like the most?

Can you already see the difference? Having interests is part of your professional profile, after all, you should have time for hobbies. Also, your hobbies can say a lot about your character. What matters is how you put them on your CV.

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