CV Preparation Tips for IT Professionals

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Many IT professional CVs fail to meet basic standards, often rejected without review.

A CV is a marketing tool; highlight relevant experience to match job requirements.

Employers often spend only 15-30 seconds reviewing a CV; make a strong first impression.

Avoid generic CVs; focus on specific job qualifications

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Highlight past successes & accomplishments that showcase your abilities and fit the role.

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60% of IT professional CVs fail to meet basic standards and are rejected without review.
Thousands of candidates miss out on job opportunities due to poor CVs.
A recruitment company handles over 60,000 CVs annually, estimating 60% would be rejected by clients due to errors.
Highly qualified candidates are often negatively impacted by poorly constructed CVs.
The IT industry's competitive job market and similarity between candidates can lead to CVs being overlooked.
Standardization of CV presentation formats based on job requirements could enhance candidate value.
CVs should highlight professional experiences aligned with new job specifications.
CVs should showcase past successes demonstrating ability to execute job responsibilities.
Employers spend 15-30 seconds reviewing each CV, making a strong first impression crucial.
A good CV is a marketing tool, not just a career history document.
Generic CVs with irrelevant information are ineffective.