The importance of a CV

Sometimes I feel like a broken record, but people do not understand the importance of their CVs. Whether they are looking for a new job, or trying to climb the corporate ladder, it seldom happens that you manage to do that without a good looking resume.
Even if you are connected these days, the administrative bureaucracy dictates that at some point you do need to submit a CV.

Google, why is a CV important and you will find; “A completed CV aims to impress recruiters and is sent as an application to jobs adverts or as a speculative approach to prospective companies.

CVs are valuable and important because they are your first and maybe only direct communication with a potential employer. Presentation is KEY.”

So why do people neglect their CVs? For the same reason they constantly complain that they do not get that “Call back”.

All because people do not understand the importance of their CV design.
People forget that a well-designed CV significantly increases their chances of landing a job. With your CV you cannot afford to disappoint. Times are tough and many people are looking for work. There are jobs out there, but you won’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. Take Peter Pyper’s CV as an example, would you hire him on his ‘before’ or ‘after’ CV?

Did you know that recruiters spend an average of 2 seconds on your CV before they decide whether you are going on the ‘In’ or ‘Out’ pile? This means your CV needs to impress first round. You’ll need to bring your A-game. With our field tested designs we can proudly say we give our clients an advantage. Each CV is put through a rigorous screening process to ensure zero errors on completion. We give in-depth professional advice on each CV and content thereof.

Imagine getting 100’s of CVs across your desk daily. How would you choose who to interview? Obviously, the CVs that stand out, the ones that make you take notice, right? Like it or not, initially, ‘books’ are judged by their covers. Have a look at the ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos of Peter Pyper’s CV and ask yourself which one will be favourable in landing Peter the interview?

An excellent CV has the power to open doors. Your resume should describe your qualifications as well as your unique qualities. For you to stand out amongst other applications, you need to demonstrate your strengths and capabilities without being in the room.

An excellent CV grabs the attention of the reader; it sells your strongest skills and accomplishments.

An excellent CV communicates effectively, and most importantly it gets you noticed.

Now for a last look at the ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos of Peter Pyper. Who will you choose to interview?

With industry specific specialisations and skills matrixes, our CVs are engaging and stir interest wherever viewed. Our first design ‘The Professional’ made waves in New Zealand, with feedback from United Kingdom, Italy and USA pouring in.

With record unemployment rates and millions of job seekers, one simply cannot afford to send out a mediocre CV, and I don’t know how anyone can let themselves do it. In my long and prosperous career in the recruitment industry, I have come across some interesting CVs. The biggest issues still remain; spelling mistakes, spacing issues and design layouts, reminiscent of something originating in the 90s. We even still see some “frame era” CVs, which were quite popular with the airline industry in some countries back in the 80s.

Have your CV assessed with us. The assessment is FREE and we offer you a confidential, professional CV consulting, editing and writing service at an unbeatable price. Our closest competitor is about three times more expensive than us. Our process is simple and easy to navigate, as we are reachable on virtually all platforms.

The cost of your CV redesign with The CV Central is minuscule compared to what you can gain from it.
You get industry insight straight from the source, while the true value of our CVs is leveraged by more than 12 years experience in the recruitment and selection sectors, and our ability to present the right information and convey the targeted message to the person intended, giving us the edge over other creative writers.

Job markets are opened up on Monday 1 June 2020. You need to bring your A-game. Sectors are already advertising vacancies, everyone needs to be prepared.

We will help you be first in line for that new job.