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12 Days of Christmas Blogs Day 4: Refresh Your CV Before the New Year

A new year often brings new opportunities, so refreshing your CV now puts you ahead of the competition. Think of your CV as your personal highlight reel – it should show your best work clearly, confidently, and concisely.

Highlight Recent Achievements

  • Add key achievements from the last 12 months.
  • Use numbers wherever possible to demonstrate impact.
  • Include certifications, new responsibilities, or project involvement.

Remove Outdated or Irrelevant Details

  • Clear out roles from many years ago unless they’re essential.
  • Remove unnecessary jargon and overly long descriptions.
  • Keep your CV modern and relevant.

Tailor Your CV for Each Application

  • Match the language of the job advert.
  • Highlight skills and experience that suit the role directly.
  • Use industry keywords to pass applicant tracking systems.

Keep the Layout Clear and Easy to Read

  • Use headings, bullet points, and white space.
  • Avoid large blocks of text.
  • Stick to a clean, professional design.

Conclusion

A refreshed CV shows you are proactive and ready for your next move. Investing a little time now can make a huge difference in January.