A way of presenting yourself in a CV is to write in a passive manner without using ‘I’ or your
name.
Example:
Keen to pursue a career in Training and currently conducting sessions at XYZ institute. A
work experience placement in “How to motivate your trainees and help them pave their
way towards the future”.
Bulleted lists sound objective and clear, and can steer you away from the temptation to write
a mini essay about yourself.
Before:
In this post, I volunteered to provide IT training to colleagues in my department and
others. I also did the induction training for new members of the team.
After:
Volunteered to provide IT training to administration colleagues and inducted new
members into the team.
Use Positive Language
Before:
My duties included serving customers at the cafe. I had to handle cash and keep the
area tidy. I had to work under pressure.
After:
developed customer service skills
handled large sums of money; responsible for cashing up and balancing shift takings
worked under pressure during holiday periods
initiated happy hour promotion, resulting in 30 per cent increase in sales
supervisory responsibility for new temporary staff
Use Power Verbs & Adjectives
Such as:
Powerful Verbs: Powerful adjectives:
Achieved Adaptable
Developed Analytical
Managed Determined
Demonstrated Logical
Conducted Resourceful
Planned
Precise
Organised
Supportive
Improved
Capable