7 Reasons Why CV is Important for Job Seekers
"This might be obvious, but some people looking for jobs still don’t have CV’s. If you are convinced you need a CV simply move on to the next video.
Otherwise, in this video you will learn what a CV is and why it plays an important role in a job seekers life.
CV stands for Curriculum Vitae. This is a Latin word that means ‘the story of your life’. In America, a CV is normally called a resume. A CV is an application that contains information such as personal details, work experiences, qualifications and personal interests of the specified job seeker. Basically, it is the first chance you can have to make a good impression on your recruiter. The main purpose of a CV is to help you obtain a face-to-face interview for the job you desire.
Here are the 7 reasons why you need a CV when looking for a job:
1- A CV helps you market yourself. It is a great way to attract attention of your recruiter. It sells your skills and qualifications, thus helping recruiters choose you over other candidates.
2- A CV can be applied multiple times to jobs in a specific career area.
3- A CV always reminds you of what you have done in your career.
4- A CV helps you identify the weaknesses in your skills.
5- A CV refreshes your mind before your interview.
6- A CV helps you see if you have achieved the targets that you have set previously.
7- A CV sets a plan for your future job potentials.
Everyone looking for a job needs to prepare a CV, thus making a strong communication with their recruiters!"