CVs are given less than 30 seconds to impress - if they don't they're chucked. You need a superb personal details section containing a profile summary that grabs the reader's attention.
- "I sent out over 100 CVs to companies and recruitment agencies and not one of them got back to me "
- "I've stopped applying it's pointless - you can only get a job if you've got an inside contact..."
- "What's wrong with these agents can't they see I've done the same job before."
These comments are made by job seekers everyday. If this is you - you must be doing something wrong. An attention grabbing personal details section is the first step.
The personal details section gets your CV noticed.
It should:-
1) Grab the recruiter's attention.
2) Have them reading your CV to find out more.
3) Help the recruiter believe you're the right candidate.4) First impressions do last.
Your CV should always contain your contact details. Many recruiters love using email while others call you on your mobile. At a minimum you should include:-- Mobile number
- Email Address
- Postal Address
Like the rest of your CV the personal details section should be formatted perfectly. If there are mistakes the recruiter will probably stop reading it - they've got hundreds to look through. Our pre-formatted templates can help create a perfectly formatted CV in minutes. A summary profile, included in the personal details section, gives the reader a snapshot of your career and key objectives, thus enticing the reader into reading the rest of your CV.