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As much as you know that your CV is your selling point, you have to put in effort to make it impressive. The job market is highly competitive and your CV requires an excellent touch to stand out. Without further ado, here are some tips that will help you to sound impressive on your CV:

• Write according to the job

The job ad has features like job type and job description which enables you to get enough information about the job. It is also good to know that some positions requires a specific format. It is necessary for you to prepare your CV according to the job you are applying for.

• Ensure your CV is readable

Every recruiter expects a readable CV from a job seeker. Write your CV in subsections and in order: The header (your name should be larger than other characters) and your personal information should be accurate, education and qualifications, work experience, interests, skills and reference.

A readable CV gives a good impression about you to the recruiter.

• Outline your skills

Your skills shows your competence and the value you can add to the job itself. You might look down on some skills you possess but it is a great deal to have them on your CV.

• Keep on updating your CV

This is achievable when you leave no stone unturned in terms of gaining more knowledge and experience. Take up more courses and improve your skills. A stagnant CV will give a bad impression about a job seeker while an updated CV will give a good impression.

• Give accurate information.

• Read over to correct mistakes.

With these tips, your CV will give a good impression about you to your recruiter.