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Tips on 'writing a job-winning CV'

14/12/2009 Tips on 'writing a job-winning CV'Misrepresentation and under-selling yourself are among the things to steer clear of when writing a CV, according to a human resources consultant.

Even small lies should be avoided, as more and more employers conduct thorough background checks to combat the growing problem, Alice Chekwoti wrote in an article for NewVision.com.

Similarly, applicants should be aware of including the right amount of information in their CVs and not to keep it too vague or over-embellishing, she added.

Long applications are "a complete turn-off even for the most patient recruiter," Ms Chekwoti said, adding that "a CV is not a good place to start telling stories".

The HR consultant also said: "One mistake young graduates make is their choice of a referee. They are fond of choosing their college professors who barely knew them ? a good referee should be someone who is familiar with your work, has worked closely with you and has a good understanding of who you are professionally."

Last month, a survey by Hirescores.com found that 69 per cent of people had lied in some way on their CV.

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