The CV that stands out
The lady that send this CV in has some form of marketing experience, but I would say it is weak compared to others we have seen. However, her CV was a work of art compared to the two page Word documents attached to an e-mail that everyone else sent in. I turned to my colleague and said, “lovely CV, but she is not right for the job.” But she had put so much effort in, this was just not fair.
This lady has produced a folder for her CV, letters of recommendation, press articles and other relevant information. The paper she was using was designed and stood out from every other CV we had seen. She was the only person to post her details, all the others came in via e-mail.
“Janet, call her and say I will meet but please point out it is only because she has done such a great job. Please explain that if she wishes, we will see her but we are concerned about her lack of relevant experience. ” I noted to our Office Manager – now promoted to Personnel Manager.
So the lady with the CV that stands out has her wish of an interview and all because she has taken the time to produce such a fantastic document. A big lesson to anyone looking for a job.