So, having been informed at Alstom that my CV sucked (always a good sign in an interview) I have taken yet more advice and rewritten it again
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The CV makes you seem geeky and unapproachable. Simple language works better than getting too technical. And consider that most people reading your hobbies section will probably never have heard of roleplay or online gaming. The way you've presented your interests will ostracise most readers as you give no explanations. And DON'T talk about what you've been doing in EVE as though they're things you've been doing in life! It makes you look deluded and out of touch with reality, plus, the reader is unlikely to play EVE and simply will not care.
Talk about/make up some hobbies that have nothing to do with computers etc., like swimming, walking, reading, playing squash etc. It'll make you seem more rounded. A short Personal Profile, giving an idea of your qualities/personality type is another way to give a personal touch and show what you can offer.
And cut it down and format it so it fits on NO MORE THAN two A4 pages. Providing referees may also be useful.
Just some thoughts. Hope I haven't come across as *too* critical. :o)
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Talk about/make up some hobbies that have nothing to do with computers etc., like swimming, walking, reading, playing squash etc. It'll make you seem more rounded. A short Personal Profile, giving an idea of your qualities/personality type is another way to give a personal touch and show what you can offer.
And cut it down and format it so it fits on NO MORE THAN two A4 pages. Providing referees may also be useful.
Just some thoughts. Hope I haven't come across as *too* critical. :o)
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