CV writing, tips and suggestions,

1. CV matters….
Sajjad Haider
Fieldwork Supervisor
Department of Anthropology
Quaid-i-Azam University
Islamabad
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2. Sequence
• Formats and Vocabulary
• Data
• Online CVs and Applications

3. Formats and Vocabulary
• Formats
Types & Templates
– Page (s)
– Font
– Picture
– Overall formatting and outlook
– Presentation
ACTIVITY: Practical Exercise

4. Formats and Vocabulary
• Vocabulary
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Relevant Terminologies
Grammar and Spelling Check
Economy of Words (Concise and Coherent)
– Effective Communication
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Apply 7 Cs of Effective Communication;
(1) Clear (2) Concise (3) Concrete (4) Correct
(5) Coherent (6) Complete (7) Courteous
ACTIVITY : Practical Exercise

5. Data
• Provide Essential Information
– Contact
– Qualification
– Relevant Skills
– Experience

6. Data
• Provide Additional Information
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Vision statement
Career Interests
Personal Skills
Accomplishments
Brief Personal and Professional History
Social Services / Civic Engagement / Volunteerism
Interests, Sports and Hobbies
ACTIVITY: Write on the these topics and discuss.

7. Online CVs and Applications
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Email
Sign in
Sign up
Log in with FACEBOOK
Online CV portals
International Employers , UN, INGOs
Linkedin, Twitter, Wordpress, Blogspot, Blogs and
Personal website
• Web Presence and Search Tags

8. Discussions and Queries
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