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How to choose a CV format that fits your experience
Compare chronological, skills-based and combination formats, then choose a structure that keeps your evidence and work history clear.
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Format, length and proofreading
Layout, length and proofreading are where small mistakes cost the most. These guides cover CV format: how to choose one, how long a CV should be, which words to cut, a PDF checklist and the mistakes people repeat.
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How long should your CV be? A useful editing method
Choose length from the employer's instructions and your relevant evidence, then cut repetition without shrinking readability.
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CV formatting and PDF export checklist
Check the saved document, not only the editor preview.
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Common CV mistakes and how to fix them
A practical editing guide to replace vague claims, crowded layouts and avoidable application errors with useful evidence.
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Four words your CV does not need
A short companion to our video: four fillers that pad a CV, and the simple swaps that make every line earn its place.
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Make your dates easy to follow
Keep one date format, list your newest role first, and do not hide a gap: a short honest note beats an unexplained hole in your CV.
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How to name your CV file so it helps you
Choose a clear file name for your CV or resume: use your name, keep it short, skip version numbers and send a PDF. Examples and mistakes to avoid.
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Read your CV out loud before you send it
Reading your CV or resume out loud catches typos and awkward lines your eyes skip. A simple method, plus what to check before you send it.
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Check your CV on your phone before you apply
A hiring manager may open your CV or resume on a phone. A two-minute check for small text, cut-off lines and broken layout before you apply.
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Best font and font size for your CV
Plain and readable beats clever. Here is a simple setup that works.
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LinkedIn link on your CV: when and how
A link is only useful if the profile behind it is ready.
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