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Another one of the keys to writing an accurate, effective CV lies in making the right word choices that make your CV sound the way you want it to sound.

  • What do you think is the right tone for a CV?

- Confident, assured, giving it a personal twist if necessary.
- Factual, neutral, without resorting to too sensitive material.

  • What conclusion can you draw from this answer?

In other words: be positive and convinced, neither presumptuous nor too humble. Stress your accomplishments and strengths honestly, without exaggeration, using factual evidence drawn from your experiences to support your points. Do not use negative phrasing or an apologetic tone.

 

Exercise

According to the previous ideas, what word choice would you consider more appropriate in a CV?

- I developed computer programs.
- I was responsible for developing computer programs.

- I am consistent and can handle stress.
- I don't mind working under pressure. I'm not easily discouraged.

- Objective: I'd like a position that will allow me to travel and provide me with training so that I may one day become a senior partner.
- Objective: a position that may lead to a career in the company. Do not mind traveling.

- I've had positions dealing with people.
- I've conducted meetings for groups of up to 30 members.

 
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