In this day and age, having only one CV when applying to several jobs may not be enough. Time is a currency, and every little detail you put on your curriculum vita cannot waste the time of the employer. The employer or the recruiter will spend 20 to 30 seconds maximum to scan your CV, and if they do not find what they look for due to lack of concision, unnecessary, or irrelevant information, then you are very like to lose your chance – even if you are qualified.
If you really want that dream job, you better revise your application method. Market yourself with a catered CV that clearly shows the employer that you are relevant, qualified, and determined. Bayt.com, the Middle East’s #1 Job site, gives you the option to have up to five different CVs, so here are five reasons why you might want to fill them up when applying for jobs.
1. Multiple Career Paths
Whether due to the current tough economy, or the pursuit of a dream career path, a large number of people tend to have more than one job in different fields that may or may not be related to one another. If the position you are applying to differs from the fields you have previously worked in, a specific CV must highlight your experiences and skills in order to showcase your qualifications that fit this new area.
Do not forget, though, that many skills can be utilized in more than one field. Highlight any additional skills and experiences that relate the most to your intended job.
2. A New Career Path
After spending some time in your own field, you might come to the realization that this is not what you want to do for the rest of your life. That is okay! But in order to make the transition from one career path to another, or maybe a similar position but in a different field, your current CV might not be in its strongest shape. Your CV should focus on what you can offer in your prospective industry and work environment. Be ready to explain why you have decided to transition from one field to another.
3. Fresh Graduate with Willingness to Explore
Fresh graduates tend to be more willing to step out of their comfort zone. That is because they are still young and flexible enough to adapt in different possible fields of interest. Having more than one CV that caters to each field or position allows for more opportunities, as each has its own set of expectations from their applicants.
4. A Position in Another City
Your job location can be an important factor in shaping the experience you have. So when applying to a job in a different part of the world, you need to consider the differing requirements and standards that companies look for in that specific country. After doing your research, highlight the skills and experiences that relate to those requirements the most.
5. Application Relevancy
When employers look for new candidates, they search for them using certain keywords that relate to the position offered. Such keywords affect your application relevancy, which is the rank that your application receives and accordingly appear in front of the employer. This is why using the correct terminology and keywords that are in line with the job requirements will make sure that your application is on top of the employer’s inbox.
Bayt.com enables you to create up to 5 different CVs, which you can freely choose from to apply to a huge variety of positions and fields. However, employers who search for candidates can only look at one CV. So make sure to that your primary CV is filled with the keywords that will grab the attention of your potential employers.
