Christmas Volunteering

Samthem

I did get my CV checked and this is what it said

Your current CV is underselling you to prospective employers. It needs to shine the best light on your experience, qualifications and accomplishments. The visual presentation and content contained in your CV isn’t as impactful as it could be. Employers want to know about your previous contributions and specifically how you’ve made a difference. More importantly, they want to know how you are going to make a significant difference at their company.
From the way the CV is worded, you come across as a "doer," as opposed to an "achiever." Too many of your job descriptions are task-based rather than results-based. This means that they tell what you did rather than what you achieved. This is a common mistake for non-professional CV writers. To be effective and create excitement, a strong CV helps the hiring executive envisage you delivering similar achievements at his or her company. Here are some examples of task-based sentences in your CV:

"I worked around the grounds doing different jobs such as lawn mowing, raking up leaves and general maintenance of the grounds"
"I have also carried out work experience at Whittington castle where I helped with ground work"

Employers want to know about your previous contributions and more specifically, how you made a difference at your last position. More importantly, they want to know how you are going to make a significant difference at their company.
Use bullet points to your advantage, to emphasise the impact of your experience. Too much long text makes it difficult to pinpoint the most important information. Also consider size and type of bullets. After all, visual impact of a CV is the first step to ensuring that a potential employer reads it thoroughly.
Having a “References” section – such as a list of names and contact information or even a ‘References Available’ note – is unnecessary. Employers typically assume you’ll be available to provide this at interview.
It may not seem obvious, but a regular review of every word and sentence in your CV is a good idea. Hiring managers are looking for an excuse to eliminate you as a candidate. You may not be able to see awkward phrases and grammatical errors if you've already spent a lot of time with your own CV.

I have no idea what they are talking about, It also says I am in entry level which Im not Im doing a Level 3 course, this is not entry level

Samthem

Im Getting so annoyed. I just want a job!!!

DCFC79

Samthem wrote: »

Im Getting so annoyed. I just want a job!!!

Sam we get how you want a job. Have you applied for any Xmas temporary jobs ?

Samthem

DCFC79 wrote: »

Sam we get how you want a job. Have you applied for any Xmas temporary jobs ?

Yep And i have not heard anything back from any

Samthem

BEEP BEEP BEEP.

How difficult is that, WHY DOSN'T ANYTHING GO RIGHT FOR ME

Comms69

Samthem wrote: »

BEEP BEEP BEEP.

How difficult is that, WHY DOSN'T ANYTHING GO RIGHT FOR ME

Because of the way you're coming across.


I would not employ you to work on a till if that is what you think it involves....

lincroft1710

Samthem wrote: »

I did get my CV checked and this is what it said

Your current CV is underselling you to prospective employers. It needs to shine the best light on your experience, qualifications and accomplishments. The visual presentation and content contained in your CV isn’t as impactful as it could be. Employers want to know about your previous contributions and specifically how you’ve made a difference. More importantly, they want to know how you are going to make a significant difference at their company.
From the way the CV is worded, you come across as a "doer," as opposed to an "achiever." Too many of your job descriptions are task-based rather than results-based. This means that they tell what you did rather than what you achieved. This is a common mistake for non-professional CV writers. To be effective and create excitement, a strong CV helps the hiring executive envisage you delivering similar achievements at his or her company. Here are some examples of task-based sentences in your CV:

"I worked around the grounds doing different jobs such as lawn mowing, raking up leaves and general maintenance of the grounds"
"I have also carried out work experience at Whittington castle where I helped with ground work"

Employers want to know about your previous contributions and more specifically, how you made a difference at your last position. More importantly, they want to know how you are going to make a significant difference at their company.
Use bullet points to your advantage, to emphasise the impact of your experience. Too much long text makes it difficult to pinpoint the most important information. Also consider size and type of bullets. After all, visual impact of a CV is the first step to ensuring that a potential employer reads it thoroughly.
Having a “References” section – such as a list of names and contact information or even a ‘References Available’ note – is unnecessary. Employers typically assume you’ll be available to provide this at interview.
It may not seem obvious, but a regular review of every word and sentence in your CV is a good idea. Hiring managers are looking for an excuse to eliminate you as a candidate. You may not be able to see awkward phrases and grammatical errors if you've already spent a lot of time with your own CV.

I have no idea what they are talking about, It also says I am in entry level which Im not Im doing a Level 3 course, this is not entry level

It means your CV is dull, unimaginative, poorly worded and laid out and will be instantly put on the reject pile. Telling a prospective employer you have done mundane gardening work will not impress (unless you're applying for a job doing mundane gardening work). You have to "spice it up", e.g. "I successfully restored the appearance of the grounds of a local castle, transforming it from an overgrown wilderness into neat well tended lawns with imaginatively planted flower beds"

I think "entry level" refers to the level of jobs you would be applying for, rather than your course work.

tommytynan123

Samthem wrote: »

Im Getting so annoyed. I just want a job!!!

Some deep breaths Sam ...... so do 1000's of others. I was made redundant 7 weeks back and am going through exactly what you are going thro' My situation is slightly different in that I have other income (I'm old at 62) but I am still job hunting like you. The comments on the CV are valid. What have you ''achieved'' rather than ''done''. How do you stand out from the rest? Why should they employ you?
Unfortunately not getting replies is very common and very annoying but thats how it is. Employers seem to forget that not only am I applying for a job but I could be a customer.

Fireflyaway

Yeah I'd include volunteering. It shows you care and are motivated by more than just money. You might pick up some new skills too. Until 2 weeks ago I was a volunteer manager. Several volunteers i knews went on to get paid work off the back of volunteering so employers do like it.