CV Formats: (1) Chronological

by | Sep 14, 2009 | CV Formats

The traditional reverse chronological CV lists your experience starting with your most recent job.

Pros …
• Preferred by most employers because it clearly shows your experience, work locations, job titles, and gaps in employment.
• Directly ties your responsibilities and accomplishments with companies and time frames.

Cons …
• Key achievements could be buried in early work experiences.
• Gaps in employment are very evident and harder to hide.
• Job hopping is revealed.
• If your most recent job is not relevant, this could be distracting to the reader.

Use it to …
• Highlight your most recent job.
• Draw attention to your consistent career development when you are looking for a similar or more senior role in the same industry.

Written by Debra Mills, a seasoned CV writer with over a decade of experience in crafting CVs and LinkedIn profiles. Debra and her network of trusted colleagues have helped thousands of jobseekers across diverse fields to achieve their career goals through compelling and strategic CVs.

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