Number 2 doesn't really sit well with me considering the fact that jobs could be related.

That is, the skill on some unrelated job could be well adapted to a new field, hence many employees usually ask for them to be included.

Job, experiences (formal and informal) can as well say a lot about your tenacity, and character.

Sometimes, they are the only things needed for you to be employed as the very skill needed could be achieved on the job training, which many company's organized for new employees.

I have had people who got employed based on their formal skills and grades, not necessarily the one needed for the job.

As long your CV is well structured and has a good command of english, whatever job you add matters less; the employer will do the rest, whether you should re-edit.

Awoleesu:
In reality, there is no single thumb rule for writing your résumé.

There are different formats expected from different job roles, which a résumé attempts to clinch. Things like professional experience for professional job , skills set for job roles that target such and academic qualities for roles that place importance on such.


Most importantly, a job seeker has to keep different formats and styles of résumé/CV and update each time s/he finds a job advert that suites his qualification/competencies as advertised by the recruiter.

Some employers specifically demand that applicants include their personal details on their CVs. Other Job roles state specifications like the preferred gender, age bracket and even race (nationality).

So, a winning résumé, in essence is that one that addresses the requirements of the particular job role. And I think that's the most important factor a job seeker should bear in mind.

I go with this.

solochris:
For those of us that are self employed, this one no concern us

My brother. It's as useless forever as the k in knowledge.

Job seekers take note.





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Mczigx:
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2. Unrelated work experiences and skills: Know what skills are related to the job you want and what isn't important. If it's not relevant, leave it off! If I'm applying for the role of a front desk officer, my previous experience working as a video creator or graphic designer shouldn't be stated on my resume as these two don't relate.

So for every new application, we edit the CV to suit the position we apply for?

Fabulouslouie:



I agree with you. Often times when I'm writing CV for people, I've to convince them to remove certain things.

How much is your fee for CV writing?

After reading all these posts, see confusion every where

Ogamysamo:

never say it, cos it may not be needed, and if it is not needed he may see you as someone without merit thereby relying on the reference to be favored.
i'll advise you to just obey what the op said: 'to be provided on request' seeing this he knows that you have a reference if he need it thereby will be interesting in knowing your own

Ok, thanks!

Everybody dey form professors for CV, like it is the CV that causes your unemployment, no go look for or get connection, you go write "professional CV" sotay years you go dey jobless, no be Nigeria? Those that actually get the job no dey write CV, or they get the job through their connect before writing CV. Corrupt country.

I got a job when I added being able to survive this regime (Buhari regime) as my work experience in my CV.

inoki247:
I never add the Buhari regime survival to my CV I'm waiting mak e finish mak I come add the 8years to my CV

You wan check if you go survive till the last day?

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Nigerialabalaba:

e dey obvious say u neva hire or lead team wey don dey d oda side wey dey peruse cv.
For cv, less is not always more o. In fact, less info na red flag!
na theory una dey write. if all that info u and OP dey misadvice people not to include for dem cv no dey for dem cv, u no go get job.
It is so obvious say una no sabi anything at all. shiorr.
Who wan hire ghost and person wey I go see d cv con dey wrack my head to sabi weda hin fit my organizational spec. Una go get sense las las o.

Go find who offend you. You don't just go about insulting people.

God bless you

Pclemenza:

How much is your fee for CV writing?

5k

Must importantly is to read the basic requirements/qualifications well b4 developing ur CV. Some applications, adding age, location etc is necessary.

Mczigx:
Everyone wants to get their dream job, but sometimes it can be hard to get even a foot in the door. The first step to getting a great job is having a great resume.

If you're applying for jobs and no one is responding, you might have made some common mistakes on your resume. Here are four things you should never include on your resume, and also some tips for writing a great one.

1.Your personal information like date of birth, age, marital status, sex, etc. The reason why most persons include some of these on their resumes is because they see other persons doing it. They've never stopped to ask themselves 'how does including this information on my resume make me a better candidate for the job or internship' ��

2. Unrelated work experiences and skills: Know what skills are related to the job you want and what isn't important. If it's not relevant, leave it off! If I'm applying for the role of a front desk officer, my previous experience working as a video creator or graphic designer shouldn't be stated on my resume as these two don't relate.

3.Photograph: While a photograph can be helpful if you're applying for a job where your appearance is important (like modeling or acting), most employers will be more interested in your skills than how you look. For some countries especially in Europe, this is accepted but in other countries, it's a no no.

4.Reference: This section should also be taken off from your CV as it's of no importance. Instead of including the contact and address of your referees, just write 'to be provided on request'.

If you're careful about including only the right things on your resume and leaving out everything else, your chances of being called for an interview would improve greatly.

#careeradvice #job

Only no 3 is correct. Others are standard way of writing a resume. How can you submit a CV without employer having idea about your age, other skills etc

Yankee101:
Please naija applicants, this does not apply to you. B4 you apply oyinbo style and wonder why no one calls you for interviews

Naija wants all of these including your state of origin and LGA

Don't just pick articles online and suggest it to folks. Understand what the local clime requires

Exactly �

Number 1 is a vital information. Remove it and disqualify yourself immediately.

Mczigx:
Everyone wants to get their dream job, but sometimes it can be hard to get even a foot in the door. The first step to getting a great job is having a great resume.

If you're applying for jobs and no one is responding, you might have made some common mistakes on your resume. Here are four things you should never include on your resume, and also some tips for writing a great one.

1.Your personal information like date of birth, age, marital status, sex, etc. The reason why most persons include some of these on their resumes is because they see other persons doing it. They've never stopped to ask themselves 'how does including this information on my resume make me a better candidate for the job or internship' ��

2. Unrelated work experiences and skills: Know what skills are related to the job you want and what isn't important. If it's not relevant, leave it off! If I'm applying for the role of a front desk officer, my previous experience working as a video creator or graphic designer shouldn't be stated on my resume as these two don't relate.

3.Photograph: While a photograph can be helpful if you're applying for a job where your appearance is important (like modeling or acting), most employers will be more interested in your skills than how you look. For some countries especially in Europe, this is accepted but in other countries, it's a no no.

4.Reference: This section should also be taken off from your CV as it's of no importance. Instead of including the contact and address of your referees, just write 'to be provided on request'.

If you're careful about including only the right things on your resume and leaving out everything else, your chances of being called for an interview would improve greatly.

#careeradvice #job

Word

abumeinben:
This violates some Europass templates.

We're not using Europass format for job applications in Nigeria Sir

chibu4u2:
Thanks for d info.
Wanna ask just out of curiousity, no: 4 tips, if one have a very very strong connect, say governor or a strong personality, should it still be left "available on request" or should be included?

If they were the ones who gave you the slot to apply for the job(I presume you understand what I mean by this) then you can include them on your reference, but if not, put 'available on request'.

Depending on the kind of place you're applying to, those who you're submitting your CV to might just get those details and use it for their own personal gain

Pclemenza:

So for every new application, we edit the CV to suit the position we apply for?

Yes. Only include related experiences.

usah4:
This is what you know not what the job interviewers know.

I'm a recruiter so I know what I'm saying

anthonyuncle:
age, sex, or marital status can be included if the job being applied for demands it

Certainly

ukzenlumbs:
Please o! We do learn everyday but i want to know is there any difference between resume and CV

Though both of them are used interchangeably in Nigeria, they're a bit different. A CV is mostly used in the academia and contains more details than a resume, like publications, seminars etc. Resumes are used for job applications.

Bases:


Some employers will give template to follow and ask for personal details including date of birth, marital status, number and even names and ages of children. Especially when you are applying for a lecturing job. I think different sector all require different resume format and details.

You're right.

Mczigx:


If they were the ones who gave you the slot to apply for the job(I presume you understand what I mean by this) then you can include them on your reference, but if not, put 'available on request'.

Depending on the kind of place you're applying to, those who you're submitting your CV to might just get those details and use it for their own personal gain

Got the idea, thanks!

Mczigx:


I'm a recruiter so I know what I'm saying

Not all recruiter knows what you know.

Kazim88:


There are many Ignorant adviser on Nairaland.

How can you not put your age, sex and date of Birth? It is a big red flag.

Sorry to burst your bubbles, but I have never included my age, gender and DoB in my resume. Heck, my phone number is not even there. You want it, send me a mail. If you don't like it, move to the next candidate of your choice.