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How good is your CV?


Use the assessment criteria below to rate your CV…

  1. Structure - Is it logical, relevant, and effectively ordered? Is there balance/clarity between the sections? Does it include all of the key sections?

  2. Layout - Does it look attractive? Does it make a high impact? Is it easy to read/skim? Is it a suitable length?

  3. Writing Style - Is the writing fluent & succinct? Is the style consistent?

  4. Is it Achievement based? – Does the CV note your main career achievements? Is there enough achievements to suggest that you are a results oriented person?

  5. Persuasiveness - Would it convince an employer of your ability? Is there clear evidence to support this? Are all the statements positive? Does it communicate enthusiasm?

  6. Mechanics - Are the sentences grammatically correct? Is spelling and punctuation correct? Is use of the personal pronoun kept to a minimum (e.g. I, me, mine)?

  7. Attention to detail – Is the spacing on all sentences and paragraphs consistent and correct? Is there consistency in font sizes and types etc. Are full stops and commas used correctly?

  8. Job Relevance - Does the content emphasise skills and or experience needed for the job/organisation? Has the CV been targeted / focused for the role you are applying for?



Scoring System:  10 = excellent ,   1 = totally unsatisfactory                      Overall Mark = 

 

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