Your CV Is Costing You Opportunities! Here’s How to Fix It

1. You’re Using a Generic CV for Every Job

The Problem: Sending the same CV to every employer reduces your chances of getting noticed.
The Fix: Tailor your CV for each job application by using keywords from the job description and highlighting relevant experience.

2. Your CV Lacks a Strong Summary

The Problem: Recruiters spend only a few seconds scanning CVs. A weak or missing summary won’t grab attention.
The Fix: Add a 2–3 sentence career summary at the top of your CV, focusing on your expertise and key achievements.

3. Your CV Is Too Long (or Too Short)

The Problem: A CV that is either too detailed or too vague fails to impress recruiters.
The Fix:

• Fresh graduates: Keep it 1 page with education and internships.
• Mid-level professionals: Use 2 pages, emphasizing achievements.
• Senior professionals: Focus on high-impact results, cutting outdated information.

4. You’re Not Highlighting Achievements

The Problem: Listing responsibilities instead of results makes your CV look generic.
The Fix: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to showcase your accomplishments.
Example: Instead of "Managed a marketing campaign," say:
"Led a digital campaign that increased engagement by 40% in three months."

5. Poor Formatting & Readability

The Problem: An unstructured CV with dense paragraphs and no bullet points makes it hard to read.
The Fix:

• Use clear headings and bullet points.
• Choose a professional font (Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman, size 10-12).
• Save as PDF to maintain formatting.

Final Thoughts

A well-optimized CV can increase your chances of landing interviews.

Take time to refine it and apply for jobs on Bayt.com today.