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C) Knowledge





                                                                                                               If you're writing a functional CV or have some abilities you want to show off to
                                                                                                              the employer immediately, insert a key skills section underneath your personal
                                                                                                              profile. You should aim to detail four to five abilities at most.
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                                                                                                                     • Hobbies and interests

                                                                                                              If you feel that your CV is lacking, you can boost your document by inserting a
                                                                                                              hobby and interests' section at the end. Be careful though; avoid listing hobbies
                                                                                                              that don't add value to your CV or are run-of-the-mill, like reading. Draw on
                                                                                                              interests that make you stand out or are relevant to the job.

                                                                                                              What someone should not include²³:
                                                                                                                     - Do not include statements of self-praise and emphasis
                                                                                                                     - Do not include explanations for job changes in your CV
                                                                                                                     - Do not include your salary details
                                                                                                                     - Do not include references, unless specifically asked
                                                                                                                     - Do not include family details
                                                                                                                     - Do not include a conclusion statement at the end of the CV
                                                                                                              Job research strategies²⁴ ²⁵



















        PART 1                                                                                                Source: http://www.managingamericans.com

                                                                                                                     • Define your preferences and explore your options. As you begin
        C) Knowledge                                                                                                 looking for a job or internship, consider the following: Time
                                                                                                                     commitment, location, and personal expectations (pay rate, job
                                                                                                                     duties, growth opportunities, how it translates to a long-term
                                                                                                                     career).



                                                                                                              ²³www.cv-library.co.uk. Career advice. How to write CV tips.
                                                                                                              ²⁴Educba.com, Job research strategies
                                                                                                              ²⁵Monster.com, Article: a winning job search strategy
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