Opportunities – Year To Remember
Opportunities: 2025 will definitely be a year to remember. A turbulent stock market, the introduction of international trading tariffs, and a possible global recession loom in the background.
Keeping job options open is a top priority, so I wanted to discuss professional profiles. Consistency is key; ensure your profile is updated and reflects key information.
Opportunities
If you’re looking for a new opportunity, keep altering your CV according to the roles you have applied for. This will mean that you will need to keep making changes along the way, and although this can be a somewhat mundane task, the result will pay off.
Key points for a good CV profile:
Alter the text to suit the role.
- Research the role:
- Understand the specific requirements and keywords used in the job description. There is nothing like looking like you have applied some attention to detail.
- Align your profile:
- Emphasise skills, experience, and achievements that match the job’s needs. You are selling skills, and your potential employer is buying them.
- Use keywords:
- Incorporate relevant keywords from the job description to help your CV get noticed by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Keywords help you to stand out from your competition.
Showcase Value
- Highlight key skills: List your most relevant and valuable skills, both technical and soft skills. Don’t choose skills that everyone will use; try to be unique.
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers and data to demonstrate the impact of your work and accomplishments. This is your time to show off.
- Showcase unique selling points: Emphasise what distinguishes you from other candidates. There is nothing wrong with showing off.
Keep it Concise and Clear.
- Use bullet points. Your profile should be easy to read and scan, and your details should be attractive and concise.
- Keep it short: Aim for a concise profile that captures your essence in a few sentences (around 3-5 lines).
- Use strong action verbs: Start sentences with powerful verbs to describe your accomplishments and skills.
Target The Future
- Express career aspirations: Briefly mention your career goals and how they align with the role and company. Your potential employer will invest in you and wants to see a return.
- Show enthusiasm and passion: Convey your genuine interest in the industry and the company.
- Proofread and edit: Ensure your profile is free of errors and typos. Check everything twice.