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Creating Your Curriculum Vitae

Purpose of the CV. Your introduction to future employersA marketing toolEmployment recordEducation and training recordHighlights experiences, skills, talents, etc. Where to start?. Gather informationWork history Education historyExtracurricular ActivitiesAccomplishments/Awards/AchievementsUnique features/qualities.

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Creating Your Curriculum Vitae

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    1. Creating Your Curriculum Vitae

    2. Purpose of the CV Your introduction to future employers A marketing tool Employment record Education and training record Highlights experiences, skills, talents, etc

    3. Where to start? Gather information Work history Education history Extracurricular Activities Accomplishments/Awards/Achievements Unique features/qualities

    4. Where to start? Organize By time frame By category By importance

    5. Essentials Accuracy/truthful List only significant and/or relevant items Highlight accomplishments, leave out potentially damaging and irrelevant information Provide brief descriptions if necessary

    6. Essentials Utilize an attractive format Select a professional font and paper Times New Roman White or Ivory Proofread!

    7. What to Avoid Don’t lie or exaggerate Don’t use pronouns, abbreviations, jargon Don’t crowd margins or use small type Don’t overdo the use of capitals, bold type, or underlined phrases Don’t leave gaps in time

    8. Formats Chronological Lists events in reverse order Highlights Accomplishments Functional Focuses attention where you want it Detracts from natural progression Combination Hybrid between chronological and functional Useful in selected cases (e.g., long history)

    9. Format Neat and clean Easy to read Logical Flowing Concise Accurate Consistency Quality (paper and print)

    10. References Identify several potential individuals Past employers Former teachers, professors, preceptors Civic and community leaders Always ask permission Prepare information for your references Select the most suitable individuals for the position you are seeking Remember to say “Thank You”

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