7-Point CV Checklist to Boost Your Job Application
Facing silence after sending your CV? Before you apply again, make these quick fixes. 1. Use the exact job title. If the ad says Customer Support Officer, label your CV the same way. 2. Show achievements, not duties. For example, “Handled 40+ customer requests daily, reducing repeat complaints.” 3. Keep the top half-page sharp: state your role goal, highlight three core skills, and mention two measurable wins. 4. Remove outdated or irrelevant details. Your 2012 WAEC result isn’t a selling point if you already have work experience. 5. Mirror keywords from the job post only when they’re true. ATS systems spot empty buzzwords. 6. Include a concise portfolio link: samples, dashboard screenshots, reports, designs, or code snippets. 7. Save as PDF unless the employer requests a Word document. Use this mini template for your CV summary: [Job title] with [X years] experience in [industry/function]. Strong in [skill 1], [skill 2], and [skill 3]. Recently achieved [specific result with number]. Looking to help [company/team] improve [outcome]. Drop your job title and years of experience below (no phone or email) and get a tailored CV headline suggestion.
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