CV Help

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:17

Looking to apply for any job basically.

http://db.tt/wrWfn2Ek

Tips and Advice?

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:24

Jokester said:
I take it it's for your first job?

Yep and keep the crits coming.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:33

Help with work experience bit:

Work Experience
1 Weeks work experience at Motorworld Ltd
I had managed handling stock; this includes ordering products that are low on stock, solving problems where the wrong product has been sent and adjusting stock levels depending on product demand. I had helped many different customers that didn’t know what correct product they was looking for so I assisted them in buying the correct product.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:44

Ok what about now?

http://db.tt/eHX4YyFZ

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:47

Osprey said:
Looks more professional already.

Any more critique?

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 15:54

mithrandir said:
I would lose the underlines and also change I'm to I am.

Done and Done.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 16:06

Osprey said:
This.

Also, "I'm knowledgeable about most things to do with computer software, including programs such as
Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Photoshop CS3&5, 3DSMax, AutoCAD, Dev C++, XP, Vista and
Windows 7 operating systems , I find it easy to learn any new software programs presented to me ."

This sentence is too long. Try SOMETHING LIKE:

Over my life I have accumulated a large amount of Software and Hardware knowledge. I am comfortable using Microsoft Operating Systems and fluent in Word, Excel, Access and Outlook. I also have an (extensive/basic) knowledge of Photoshop CS3&5, 3DSMax, AutoCAD and Dev C++. I am eager to learn any new programs which could further enhance my portfolio. I have advanced knowledge of computer hardware, and can both diagnose and fix many computer related issues with relative ease. I am also perfectly comfortable building and upgrading systems.

You think I could use that last paragraph of yours?

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 16:10

Osprey said:
Certainly, but if it doesn't match the rest of your CV it will look silly.

I agree, I'm just going to re-write everything up.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 16:16

radderfire said:
Providing that you are, why not add in that you are punctual and reliable, as employers will be looking for that.

Unless you are going for a gym job, I would decrease the amount you say about the gym, and remove the stuff about muscle group toning. It's not relevant to most jobs and makes you sound more committed to going to the gym that you will be to doing the job.

Rgds

Thanks,

Does anyone have a starting point I can use for my personal profile. I'm terrible at writing these things; as you can see.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 16:21

Ok i've adjusted my personal profile, where it say's "looking to progress in a career" that will be adjusted depending on what I am applying for.

http://db.tt/eHX4YyFZ

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 18:07

radderfire said:
Can you give us some examples of the various job roles you intend to apply for?

Anything really, most probably retail stores for now just to get some experience and money.

Swifty55 said:
Your personal profile looks boring to me. Also, use a simple C.V template to work on.

Example of my personal profile on my C.V;

Thanks, i'll see what I can do.

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 20:11

radderfire said:
If you want a retail job then say you are presentable and take pride in your appearance - that's important. Also say good with people.

What are you really good at?

What would be your perfect job?

Are you really good at fixing computers? If you are, you could considering setting yourself up self employed as a computer help guy. It's not a job I would do myself because I'm not that hot with hardware, plus customers are very demanding, but it's a way of making some income.

Consider also applying for broadband install engineer positions if you are good with hardware and telecomms. That's a good area to get into.

Rgds

I'm not sure what i'm really good at, General ICT support i guess would be a good start.

I'd like to be working with computers, selling computers and building.

I wouldn't say i'm amazing but i'm alright. The problem with doing that is that I do not drive so transportation to individual places would be quite difficult, same problem with the broadband install engineer i guess... :confused:

tidusjar · 26 Feb 2012 at 20:50

radderfire said:
If you want to do tech support, then potentially you could get a job supporting computer users within a large organisation, e.g. bank back office, insurance company. Job role would be going round and sorting software issues with user's computer, e.g. configuring their Outlook. This can provide a decent living. What kind of companies do you have in your area? Do you have many finance companies / insurance companies? They will have specialist IT requirements that are often contracted out to specialist contracting IT firms. You need to identify the names of those IT firms, and apply with them.

Selling and building computers - This market has diminished somewhat IMO as computers are now just a retail item. However, you could still make an opportunity for yourself, but like you say, you're either going to need a driving licence, or find a local firm offering an opportunity.

Otherwise it will be working in retail, as a sales person in the tech department, or perhaps as a hardware repair man. For sales you will need to be presentable and good with people. Repair it sounds like you could handle that. Only issue is you might not earn as much as doing computer support (or running your own business if you're good).

Do you plan to get a driving licence as obviously that will help you.

Rgds

I would love to provide tech support for an organisation, there are a few banks and what not around. How would I find out where to apply for this type of thing?

And yes I plan to get my driving licence as soon as possible when I start earning money.

Very good advice, thanks.