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10 things you absolutely don't need on your CV
@theintrovertedrecruiter
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The Introverted Recruiter CV Tool
Why it worked
The video provides high-value, actionable career advice that directly addresses a common pain point, then uses a low-friction engagement mechanic (commenting a keyword) to distribute a proprietary tool.
Summary
The creator lists ten common items that should be removed from a CV to improve job application success. He then promotes a custom-built, free CV scoring tool that viewers can access by commenting a specific keyword.
Structure
- 1Hook stating the video's value proposition
- 2Rapid-fire list of 10 CV mistakes
- 3Explanation of why these items are unnecessary
- 4Introduction of the creator's custom CV tool
- 5Call to action to comment for access
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10 things you should absolutely NOT include on your CV Your full home address Nobody needs to know you live at 14 Acacia Avenue before they interview you. A personal statement that says nothing “Hard-working team player who works well independently.” You and literally everybody else. Every job you’ve ever had Your Saturday job in Woolworths probably isn’t helping your application for Head of Finance. A list of responsibilities Recruiters already know what an accountant does. Tell them whether you were any good at it. “References available on request” Thanks. We were worried you might refuse to give us any. A photo of yourself Unless your appearance is genuinely relevant to the job, your face doesn’t need CV space. Your date of birth They’re hiring you to do a job. They don’t need to know when to send you a birthday card. Skill bars Microsoft Excel: ███████░░░. Brilliant. Absolutely no idea what that means. Every course you’ve ever completed That two-hour LinkedIn Learning course from 2019 probably isn’t the differentiator you think it is. The words “Curriculum Vitae” We know. We opened the document. We worked it out. Not sure what’s hurting your CV? I built a free tool that scores your CV out of 100 and shows you where it needs work. Comment SCORE and I’ll send you the link.
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