Why Recruiters Reject Your CV in 6 Seconds and How to Fix It

I regularly review and write CVs and I’ve found that most get rejected not for lack of qualifications but because they fail to show value quickly. Recruiters often scan dozens of applications. If your CV doesn’t grab attention in a few seconds, it gets passed over. Common mistakes include generic summaries, listing responsibilities instead of achievements, poor formatting, using one CV for every role, and ignoring applicant tracking system keywords. To improve your CV: - Tailor it to the specific job - Highlight achievements and results - Keep the layout clean and consistent - Include relevant keywords from the job description - Make your value clear in the first few lines Your CV is more than a document. It’s your professional story. What CV mistakes do you think Nigerian job seekers make most often?

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