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Before applying for any vacancy always make sure that your CV answers the below questions. This will make it easier for recruiters or hiring managers to get to know you before the actual interview.

1.Reasons for applying

When hiring managers are reading your CV, they are essentially seeking certainty of this in the language and words you use. They are looking for signals that indicate interest, and if they don’t get them, they will likely assume that you have just submitted a blanket application.

So, before tailoring your CV for a specific application, think what it was about this job that made you want to apply. Once you are clear on your reasons for applying, work on updating your cover letter

2.What value will you deliver to the organization?

The recruiter or hiring manager will be looking for clear evidence of the value you would bring to the specific role and organization.

A great way to focus on this is to update the work history section of your CV. When doing so, ensure you focus on the value you added in each role, rather than listing what your duties were. This section of your CV shouldn’t read like a list of job descriptions rather than tell the story of your unique strengths and accomplishments.

And a way to do this is to think about what your most standout achievement was for each role, no matter how big or small and focus on that. Remember, they want to know what you can do and needs to see concrete evidence for this. And, when updating each entry in your work history, focus on communicating the quantifiable value you added during that time.

3.What are your current and future capabilities?

Capability is becoming a more common indicator than years of experience when assessing the suitability of a candidate.

So, the first step here is to evidence your current potential – what are you good at now, and would you be able to do the job. The recruiter or hiring manager needs to have come to the end of your CV with absolutely no doubt in their mind that you would be able to do the job and do the job well.

Tailoring your work history to focus on the value you can bring will help towards doing this. However, there are other things you can do,Try following the language and keywords used on your CV with those on the job description – this detailed change will increase your chances that they will see you as a good current fit. Don’t neglect the skills section of your CV, including both technical and soft skills as this will give a more well-rounded perception of your current potential. Add links to your Linked in profile and online portfolios of work these will help create a better picture of your current competencies.

But recruiters and hiring managers don’t just want to know what you are capable of now. They want to know your potential to do great things in the future. A fantastic way to do this is to demonstrate to the reader via your CV that you are ambitious and have a career plan. Connect your intention and plans in your statement, linking back to the job in question and opportunities you feel you would gain from it. Evidence your commitment by tailoring the skills section of your CV. Also, ensure your qualifications are up-to-date and include dates of completion so you can demonstrate your commitment over time.

Your CV must be free from errors.

By making an effort to ensure your CV is 100% error-free, you are providing another signal that you could be the right person for the job. 

So, take the time to tailor your CV to each role you apply for and ensure you answer each of the above questions.

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