5 Basic Principles for a Good CV Before You Start Preparing Your Resume
Focus on the important parts.
- Employers usually spend less than a minute reviewing CVs when rejecting them or creating a shortlist of candidates.
- When applying for a job posting, make sure that your qualifications are fully compatible with the advertised position.
- A CV should be concise. No matter how detailed your education and experience are, two A4 pages are usually sufficient.
- Is your work experience limited? First highlight your education and internships, then emphasize your voluntary activities and other internships.
Be concise and clear.
- Use short sentences. Focus on aspects related to your education and work experience.
- Provide specific examples. Mention your achievements.
- Update your CV as your experience grows.
Adapt your CV to the job you are applying for.
- Emphasize your strengths according to the employer’s needs and focus on the skills relevant to the position.
- If you have taken a break in your career or studies, explain the skills and competencies you gained during that time with examples.
- Before sending your CV to the employer, check whether it matches the requested profile.
- Avoid unrealistic or exaggerated statements in your CV, as they may be identified during the interview.
Pay attention to the presentation of your CV.
- Clearly and logically present your skills and qualifications so that your strengths stand out.
- Place the most important information first.
- Pay attention to spelling and punctuation.
- Use the recommended font and page layout.
Review your CV once again after completing it.
- Do not forget to write a cover letter.
- Correct spelling mistakes and make sure your CV is organized clearly and logically.
- Ask someone else to review your CV to ensure that the content is clear and easy to understand.
This content was updated on 10/03/2026.