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Chronological Format

Best for: Candidates with steady career progression and no gaps

Structure: Contact Info → Professional Summary → Work Experience (most recent first) → Education → Skills → Additional Sections

Advantages: Highlights career progression, familiar to recruiters, emphasizes work history

Functional Format

Best for: Career changers, those with employment gaps, or skills-focused roles

Structure: Contact Info → Professional Summary → Skills & Abilities → Work Experience → Education → Additional Sections

Advantages: Emphasizes skills over work history, minimizes gaps, highlights transferable skills

Combination Format

Best for: Experienced professionals, specialized roles, or highlighting both skills and experience

Structure: Contact Info → Professional Summary → Core Competencies → Work Experience → Education → Additional Sections

Advantages: Balanced approach, showcases both skills and experience, versatile for most situations

ATS Check Results:

Font Selection

Recommended: Arial, Calibri, Garamond, Helvetica, Times New Roman

Size: 10-12pt for body text, 14-16pt for headings

Tip: Stick to one font throughout your CV for consistency, or use a second font only for headings

Margins & Spacing

Margins: 0.5-1 inch on all sides

Line Spacing: 1.0-1.15 for body text, 1.5 after paragraphs

Tip: Consistent spacing between sections improves readability

Section Ordering

Standard Order:

1. Contact Information
2. Professional Summary/Objective
3. Work Experience
4. Education
5. Skills
6. Additional Sections (Certifications, Languages, etc.)

Tip: Recent graduates should place Education before Work Experience

Bullet Points

Format: Start with action verbs (Managed, Developed, Created)

Structure: Action Verb + Task + Result/Impact

Example: "Increased sales by 25% through implementation of new CRM system"

Tip: Use 3-5 bullet points per position, focusing on achievements rather than duties

ATS Compatibility

File Format: Submit as .docx or .pdf

Avoid: Tables, text boxes, headers/footers, images, graphics

Section Headers: Use standard names (Experience, Education, Skills)

Tip: Include keywords from the job description in your CV

Contact Information

Essential Elements:

• Full name (slightly larger font)
• Phone number (with country code for international applications)
• Professional email address
• LinkedIn profile URL (optional but recommended)
• Location (city and country/state, full address not necessary)

Tip: Avoid including date of birth, marital status, or photo unless specifically required

Professional Summary

Structure: 3-4 sentences highlighting your professional identity, experience level, key skills, and career goals

Example: "Results-driven Marketing Manager with 7+ years of experience in digital marketing and brand development. Proven track record of increasing conversion rates by 30% and managing successful product launches. Skilled in SEO, content strategy, and team leadership. Seeking to leverage my expertise to drive growth for an innovative tech company."

Tip: Tailor your summary for each application, incorporating keywords from the job description

Work Experience

Format:

• Job title, company name, location
• Employment dates (month/year to month/year)
• 3-5 bullet points highlighting achievements (not just responsibilities)
• Quantify results where possible (percentages, numbers, monetary values)

Example Bullet: "Increased social media engagement by 45% through implementation of targeted content strategy, resulting in 20,000 new followers in 6 months."

Tip: Use the CAR method (Challenge, Action, Result) to structure your bullet points

Education

Format:

• Degree, major/field of study
• Institution name, location
• Graduation date (month/year)
• GPA (if above 3.5/4.0 or equivalent)
• Relevant coursework, honors, or academic achievements (optional)

Tip: Recent graduates should include more educational details; experienced professionals can be more concise

Skills

Categories:

• Technical skills (software, programming languages, tools)
• Industry-specific skills (methodologies, processes)
• Soft skills (communication, leadership, problem-solving)
• Languages (with proficiency level)

Format Options:

• Categorized lists
• Skill bars (visual representation)
• Simple bullet points

Tip: Focus on skills mentioned in the job description and be honest about proficiency levels

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Profile Photo & Banner

Photo Tips:

• Professional headshot with neutral background
• Dress appropriately for your industry
• Friendly, approachable expression
• High-quality, well-lit image

Banner Tips:

• Industry-relevant imagery
• Professional design that reflects your personal brand
• Optimal size: 1584 x 396 pixels

Headline

Formula: Current Role + Expertise + Value Proposition

Example: "Marketing Manager | Digital Strategy Expert | Helping Brands Increase Conversion Rates by 30%+"

Tips:

• Use industry keywords for searchability
• Include your unique selling proposition
• Keep it under 120 characters for mobile visibility
• Use vertical bars or bullets to separate phrases

About Section

Structure:

1. Hook: Engaging opening sentence about your professional identity
2. Story: Brief career narrative highlighting key achievements
3. Skills & Expertise: Core competencies and specializations
4. Value Proposition: What you bring to potential employers/clients
5. Call to Action: How to contact you or what you're seeking

Tips:

• Write in first person
• Use 3-5 short paragraphs with white space between
• Include keywords for LinkedIn's algorithm
• Show personality while maintaining professionalism

Experience Section

CV to LinkedIn Conversion:

• Use the same job titles, companies, and dates
• Convert bullet points to paragraph format with more conversational tone
• Focus on 3-5 key achievements per role
• Include media (presentations, projects, articles) where relevant

Tip: LinkedIn allows more personality than a CV; share stories of challenges overcome and lessons learned

Skills & Endorsements

Strategy:

• Pin your top 3 most relevant skills
• Include a mix of technical, industry-specific, and soft skills
• Aim for 30-50 skills total
• Prioritize skills from your CV that match job descriptions

Tip: Actively request endorsements from colleagues and provide endorsements to others

Recommendations

Strategy:

• Request recommendations from supervisors, colleagues, and clients
• Provide specific guidance on what you'd like them to highlight
• Offer to write recommendations for others first
• Aim for at least 3-5 quality recommendations

Tip: Recommendations carry more weight than endorsements and should highlight different aspects of your professional capabilities

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