When applying for a job post, you need to make sure that your perfectly tailored resume shows your capabilities in the best possible light. Strong candidates often fail to recognize the importance of spending some time formatting their resume to meet the desired job’s criteria. Moreover, they start by making a basic mistake: they confuse the terms “resume” and “CV” (curriculum vitae). As a result, they miss out on fantastic job opportunities.The CV is a document which lists your previously held job positions, your education (diplomas, degrees and certificates), achievements, proficiency in languages and computers, awards, publications, translations etc. The resume is a summary of your CV, containing information relevant to the job post you are applying for.The CV merely shows what you have done; the resume shows what you have achieved and what you can achieve in the future for the company. In addition, be careful not to make any grammar and spelling mistakes. Also, a resume that is over-packed with information and visually messy will not leave a good first impression. Most importantly, avoid the one-size-fits-all strategy and tailor your resume according to the job description of the job you wish to get.
