What Defines A CV

by Stephanie Blye

If you didn't find out by now, CV comes from "Curriculum Vitae" and it represents the ultimate "instrument" of the job seeker in his job hunting process. Whenever a candidate is applying for a job, the employer needs to know some basic information about him in order to make the best choice for his company.

Thus, no matter who you are and no matter what job you apply for, you should build your short biography, the

CV

(Lat. "course of life"). The CV is the instrument which helps a job seeker get past the first selection of multiple candidates. Here's something you should always remember about

your CV

:

• A CV

  is more than a personal document, it is a means of self-promotion so DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE YOURSELF! Try to place yourself in the best light possible without twisting the truth. DO NOT LIE!
• A CV is not just an enumeration of years, jobs, schools you have attended.

  The CV

  should enhance your best achievements in such a way in which to convince the employer that YOU are the ideal employee for his business.