3 CV Mistakes Costing You Interviews and How to Fix Them

Even a well-written CV can be ignored if it makes these three errors. 1. Generic headline Skip opening with “Curriculum Vitae.” Start with your role and value. For example: “Customer Support Officer with 3 years’ experience resolving complaints, using CRM tools, and boosting retention.” 2. Duties without proof Instead of saying “responsible for” everything, show outcomes. Try: “Resolved 40+ customer issues weekly and increased repeat orders through proactive follow-up.” 3. One-size-fits-all applications Don’t send the same CV to admin, sales, and support roles. Tailor your summary, skills, and 3–5 bullets using keywords from each job post. Quick formula: Action + tool + scope + result Example: “Managed inventory with Excel for two branches, reducing stock mismatches during monthly reconciliation.” What role are you targeting right now, and how many years of experience do you have?

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