Read this even if you can't. Truthfully! If you’re sending out loads of CVs and not hearing anything back, it may be time to give your CV a much-needed re-vamp. 1. Having spelling errors and bad grammar: Whether you proofread it yourself, or get somebody else to, checking over your CV from start to finish can be the difference between being accepted and being rejected. 2. Exaggerating the truth: Writing that you’re an expert in Microsoft Excel might seem like a great idea at the time, but when you get the job and are asked to perform a V-lookup you will instantly regret your decision. A lady mentioned she is a computer operator and even own a PC, but when asked "What is the shortcut to highlight a document"? She said "She doesn't highlight her work". Okay oh ☺️ 3. Poor formatting Poor formatting is one of the first things employers notice when looking at your CV. It can reflect badly on you, as it looks like you don’t pay close attention to detail. Not when your CV is looking like a presentation. 4. An unoriginal personal profile: If your personal profile is full of clichés, you’re going to look like someone who doesn’t have original ideas. 5. Not focusing on your achievements: When writing a CV there can be a tendency to focus on your duties in that role rather than your achievements. 6. Making your CV too long: Employers don't have time to go through lengthy CVs except it has "Attention Grabbing Front Page". Nobody wants to read a book. Make it stand out. 7. Putting the wrong information: Making mistakes about your contact details is a common mistake that can be detrimental to your job search. So while focusing on the main content, pay attention to small details too. 8. An applicant will say "I send you my CV for a long time but you refuse to get back to me". Now! how was the CV sent? Snap and send, others will keep it on the bed and snap, some will even ask another to hold for them to snap. So unprofessional. When asked to send your CV to the employer, please don't snap and send, send it via document either as Microsoft Document or PDF. 9. Applying for a role you have absolutely no experience. Why? You want to try your luck abi? Well, there are vacancies where experiences are not needed. But not all especially professional job roles. Please avoid such mistakes. Trust me, with all these mistakes and more, the employer will not get back to you. I hope this was helpful? Yours Truly? ERO