m CV Literally means ³course of life´

m CV is a Document that contains a summary or listing of

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m A summary of your academic and work history
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c It is a marketing tool to demonstrate your suitability for
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messages about you.
c Eg. The accuracy of spelling and grammar and the attention
to detail of layout can convey message about your
motivation and professionalism
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c CVs should be two Maximum pages
c Single sided, printed on quality paper
c Jith no spelling and grammatical errors
c dour CV should aim to reach the employer in its
original condition
c Employers appreciate a concise writing style
c Use relevant headings
c Bullet points
c Short paras, these enable an employer to easily navigate the
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c The Skill Based CV
c The targeted CV
c The Academic CV

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c Arranged in order of time of occurrence
c The most familiar format
c Outlines your experiences in reverse chronological order
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c Teaching / administrative experiences
c Publications
c Professional memberships
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c Briefly introduce yourself, state what position you are

applying for and where you saw it advertised
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m Sales interviews
m Research interviews
m Video interviews
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m Mental Preparation
m Psychological Preparation
m The Interview Itself
m èirst Impressions
m Body Language
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m Jhere is the interview
m Jhat to do
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m Don¶t be nervous
m Relax your self
m Positive affirmation to eliminate
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impressed with what you have to say
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m Tone of voice
m Jarm Smile
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m How you walk, sit, act
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m Ask for clarification if you need it
m if you need a moments thinking time,
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