What should a CV look like and what questions should I ask to prepare for an interview?
A CV is often a real challenge for the person writing it, so we want to draw your attention to the key points that are important for an employer or recruiter when reading your CV.
Tell the truth
Never lie about past jobs, achievements and experiences. It’s not for nothing that they say the legs of a lie are short. Don’t create responsibilities you didn’t have and roles you didn’t perform. It is not difficult to find this out by asking just a few questions during the selection process. Otherwise, it will show in your first days on the job.
Check for errors
Try to avoid grammatical errors in your CV. Give it to someone you know to read, who will not only help you to correct any mistakes, but will also be able to comment on whether your CV is clear enough for someone with a different experience. In addition, try to keep your CV to 2 pages.
Send in a targeted way
Please only send your CV to companies that you like and that meet the requirements. Don’t send your CV to everyone in a row – respect both your time and the employer’s time and make an objective assessment of whether you are a good fit for the position.
Speak boldly about pay
Last but not least, you need to understand your value in the market. You will probably be asked about your salary at your first interview, so make sure you consider how much your job would be worth in that position. Also take note of the salary offered by the employer. If there is a clear mismatch, you probably won’t reach an agreement, but if your expectations are a little higher than the company has set, it is worth trying to present the competences you have and argue why the salary should be higher. Always think about the benefits to the employer of hiring you at a higher price than the advertisement.
Stay yourself
Don’t create an image of yourself that is different from what you are. Stay true to yourself. This is a really important point that will give both the recruiter and the employer an idea of whether or not you are the right fit for the existing team and whether you can cope with the responsibilities.
Don't be afraid to ask questions
Always feel free to ask about your employer and job role. Clarify any questions you may have and discuss any difficulties or fears you may have about the position.
Don't be afraid to ask questions
Think about your position on your former employer. Never belittle your former employer – it was probably fine if you were already working, and the underlying issues that led you to look for another job can be discussed without belittling the one who is not involved in the current interview.
Remember that there will always be challenges and difficulties in a new job, so don’t be afraid of them, and for those of you who have been with the company for a long time, I wish you would find the patience and understanding to take on a new member of the team – after all, you were a newcomer once too.
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