1. + Get your CV into Shape Ginny Colwell

2. + Curriculum Vitae or Resume A marketing document; You are marketing yourself! ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

3. + The purpose of a cv is……. ------to get you shortlisted! ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

4. + No one best way --- -- but some basic principles How long should it be? ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

5. + CV Get the basics right- type, spelling, grammar etc Is it easy to read? Adapt it to individual jobs Ensure you meet the personal spec Emphasise achievements ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

6. + Name and contact details Full name Address Telephone number E-mail ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

7. + Short overall summary of skills/ experience I am a Staff Nurse with 5 years experience on an acute medical ward. During this time I have been the link nurse for infection control and have reduced the infection rate on the ward by 50% ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

8. + CV- Content List experience/jobs- current one first - From when to when- accurate- explain gaps - Organisation - Job title - Key functions- not the JD ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

9. + Key achievements Change emphasis as appropriate STAR-Situation/Task/Action/Result Use positive action words such as developed, planned, led, organised Relate to the skills/personal spec ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

10. + Other Sections Educational qualifications/Training Publications Scholarships Referees- relevant, contact details ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

11. + Personal information Other relevant skills/hobbies/interests? i.e. I have run a Brownie pack for six years Captain a netball team I run marathons! Make It Snappy Google cv- there’s lots of information out there! ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

12. + Covering statement/letter Demonstrates your; writing style/personal touch Emphasis on key facts Show enthusiasm and suitability- your USPs Use their language/key words Reference the job you are applying for! ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

13. + If it’s for a specific job… Read everything! Job advert Job description/personal specification- do you meet it? Any information they supply Organisation website- external reports Google people- they may google you! Do you want the job? ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

14. + Take up any offers Do they offer informal chats/visits? Prepare before--- this is part of the selection process Think- if I was appointing to this job what would I be looking for? Meet the deadlines ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk

15. + Get ready for the Interview Good Luck! Any questions/suggestions? ginnycolwell@blueyonder.co.uk