SUZY SALLAM

CAREER & LEADERSHIP COACHING

How to capture
attention with your CV

6 steps to help you write a CV that captures

the recruiters attention and lands you an
interview

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Suzy Sallam
Career & Leadership Coach

Welcome and thank you for downloading this book.

For 15 years I have been on a mission to help professionals, just like you,
experience the confidence and satisfaction that comes from being authentic
to yourself and living in a fulfilling career. What better way to start than by
helping you get your CV up to scratch!

In this book I'm sharing 6 steps to help you write a CV that can capture the
recruiter's attention and lands you an interview.

Of course if you have any questions or would like to chat about your current
career circumstances, then get in touch. I'm here to help you on your journey,
every step of the way.

Lets get started

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Writing
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Writing your CV

Tailor your CV

Adapt your language to what you know about the

company's culture and the kind of candidate they're
seeking, while still being authentic about your true
identity.

Emphasise key words

Companies are now using automatic tracking systems to

sift through CVs. This screens for key words that match
the job description or advert. Read the job posting
carefully, check if it’s customers or clients, staff or
colleagues, and integrate the right keywords into your CV.

Quantify your accomplishments

Every contribution you made in previous jobs is likely to

have had an impact on both the company and its people.
Draw out how you improved procedures, drove
engagement, cut costs, won awards or brought in new
business. Better yet, quantify these with a number.

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Use action words

As you're describing your accomplishments, start each

bullet point with a strong verb. This makes you sound
dynamic, outcome focused and makes your CV more
interesting to read.

Be concise

Recruiting managers have less than half a minute to read

and sift through CVs. Do them a favour be concise. Avoid
repetition or jargon. Keep your sentences short. If in
doubt cut it out!

Proof read, then proof read again

Print out a copy of your CV to proofread. Check for

formatting inconsistencies and read it backwards word by
word. Get a fresh pair of eyes to check it over. They may
spot typos that have become invisible to you.

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T H E N C H E C K O U T M Y N E W B O O K

3 secrets to write
a winning CV
In this book I cover the mindset of a writer and share the 3 secrets
that will take your CV to the next level and get the recruiter to call
you back.

Buy the book now

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Is your CV getting you noticed? Does it sell your unique

skills and experiences enough?

Why not get a professional CV Writer and Career Coach

to rewrite it for you.

Whether you are changing careers or pitching for your

next senior position, with professional CV writing, I can
help you make sure your CV and LinkedIn profile
highlight your unique selling points and stand out
from the crowd.

Find out more

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