Have you ever thought of the difference between a resume and a CV? If you are still baffled on how to identify a CV from a resume, then let us discuss about it.

Actually, a CV and resume are actually just the same. People may opt to call a document to be a CV simply for a narrower aspect of saying it. While a resume may be a formal term, it does not have any defining factors that separate it from normal curriculum vitae. So what are the principles behind writing a good resume? Let us take a look at the list of necessary characteristics of your resume that you need to compose.

It is a really challenging world to compete with so many other people just to get the same job that you are dreaming of. However, if you can effectively write a CV, then you can increase your chances in landing on a job. The following factors should be included in your resume:

1.    General profile details – This will include your name, address and some contact information like e-mail and phone number.
2.    Objective – This is the part where you will present your main goal about looking for the opportunity that you are applying for.
3.    Work Experience – You also need to define your previous work experiences as well as the tasks that you have previously undertaken in the company.
4.    Education Background – enumerate your undergraduate or masters degrees and include all your participation in extra curricular activities. It will help if you will present some leadership positions that you have attended to in an organization.
5.    A CV must not only provide everything about you but also demands that you appreciate the time and effort that the employer has given you. Put a little thank you note in your cover letter in the closing remarks.

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