How to Write a Great CV

The first point of contact between you and your potential employer is your CV. It should therefore be written in well-structured manner. Learn how to write the perfect CV for the Bahamas.

A good CV is

• Simple
• Genuine
• Neat
• To the point
• Applicable 
• Customised 

What structure do I have to follow?

• Begin with your personal information in the header. This includes your full name, contact details and address. Don’t share irrelevant information. Discrimination on the basis of race, creed, sex, marital status, political opinion, age or HIV/AIDS are prohibited by the employment law. 
• Introduce yourself in a brief summary. Talk about your skills, aspirations and objectives.
• List your work experience. Start with your most recent job to the least recent one. Mention all the relevant employment information (dates, employer, tasks and achievements). 
• Write down your education background (school, university, diploma, degree, etc).
• Jot down your skills in bullet points. Match your skillset with the job requirements. 

How do I design my CV?

The internet is full of free ready-made CV templates that you can customise. Surf the web and choose the one you like most! But be aware of a few aspects:

• Go for a minimal design.
• Use a common font.
• Utilise headings.
• Check your spelling and grammar.
• Use positive language.
• Be aware of the length.

A few extra tips

• Tailor your CV to each role you are applying for.
• Do not exaggerate your qualities.
• Seek advice and feedback from friends and family.
• Be honest.
• Indicate how you would be of help to the employer, and not the opposite.
• Experiment with your CV by applying to various different companies and for different positions.