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First of all, when writing a resume, avoid putting the title ""CV"" or ""resume"" in the document. It will be a waste of space. Instead, allow your name to be used as the title. Of course, before you get started, you can look for a sample resume or a sample curriculum vitae. On our site you can find the top resume reviews.

Section headings are a good way to separate your resume. To make them stand out, make them larger (font size 14 or 16) and bold. Avoid fonts like Comic Sans. Choose something professional, crisp, and easy to read, like Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman. Use a font size of 10 to 12 so that potential employers can read your resume. Make sure all fonts and font sizes are the same. List everything in reverse chronological order. In this case, the recruiter first of all sees your work biography and the latest achievements.

Keep it short and concise, using clear word spacing and bullet points. This type of resume design allows potential employers to skim through your resume and quickly select important information first. When saving a document, give it a name - don't just save it as ""Document 1"". Make sure the title of the document is professional and identifies you.

Unless otherwise stated in the job posting (for example, you may be asked to provide your resume and cover letter as a Word document), save it as a .PDF file so that it can be opened and read on any machine.

If you're submitting your resume, print it out on A4 white paper - print on one side only and don't fold your resume - you don't want it to come out wrinkled.

Details to pay attention to when writing a resume

Use active verbs where possible: For example, include words like ""created,"" ""analyzed,"" and ""designed"" to present yourself as a proactive person.

A good resume is free of spelling and grammatical errors: Use a spell checker and have a second pair of eyes check the document.

Avoid overused phrases: Avoid common, overused phrases such as ""team player"", ""hard worker"" and ""multitasking"". Instead, give real-life examples that demonstrate all of these skills.

Customize your resume: Check out the company's website and social media accounts, look for recent mentions in the local press, and use the job posting to make sure your resume matches the role and employer.

Build the right type of resume for your circumstances: Decide if a chronological, skill-based, or academic resume is right for you.

Make sure your email address looks professional: If your personal address doesn't work, create a new account for professional use.