There is
no such thing as a standard example of a good CV. A CV is only “good” if it
works…if it fulfils its purpose of marketing your skills and expertise. If you
are receiving calls and emails because recruiters/employers have seen your CV,
then you have a good CV that works for you.
Present your CV in a clear and logical manner, using
short sentences, bullet points and consistently sized headings. Proofread,
proofread, and then proofread again.
Your CV should include:
- Your name, address and accurate contact details
- Key roles you've completed to date
- Start dates and finish dates ( start with your current role)
- Job title
- Employer
- Key responsibilities (Don’t include faxing, photocopying, scanning
etc. please)
- Achievements
- You should also account for any career gaps
- Provide details from secondary school onwards
- The institution name
- Attendance dates
- Qualifications Obtained
- Details of any software packages that you're familiar with
Interviews
- · Prepare yourself
- · Smile, keep eye contact and if you don't understand questions ask them to elaborate, if you still don't understand ask them to skip it.
- · For competency based questions, answer and give examples please.
One on One/KPA/CPA discussions.
Often we go into these meetings unprepared and take
whatever our managers say, smile and go back to work with lots of questions.
Learn to ask questions, object if you don't agree with your ratings and give reasons. Well these are few things you can plan and discuss with your managers:
Career Phathing/Promotion- Find out if there are any opportunities for you to grow
in the company. Discuss the direction you would like your career to take. Ask what will it take for you to be promoted/
what can/ must you do?
Salary Increase - It’s important to know your salary band/bracket e.g. if
your position pays from R150-350pa and you only getting R200 000pa, ask your
manager what you must do to get to R300 or whatever your desired amount may be.
Studies- Find out if there is bursaries and study loans available for employees. With bursaries normally you have to sign a retention agreement whereas study loans company
pay your fees and deduct small amounts per month.
I know you don't like long articles, so I will leave this
here.
By Nkomy
