How To Adapt Your CV From A Basic Template

Description

This guide gives you a repeatable framework to adapt your master CV to any specific job opening to help you avoid the CV black hole.

This guide covers:

• How to choose the right CV template for your industry and career stage
• Tailoring sections (profile, skills, experience) to match job descriptions
• Formatting tips for clarity, consistency, and readability
• Common CV mistakes to avoid when using templates
• Tips for personalising language and tone to reflect your unique value

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refreshing an existing CV, this guide gives you the tools to create a CV that feels authentically yours, not just a filled-in form.

Format: Downloadable PDF
Ideal for:  All professionals  – job seekers, career changers, students, updating their CVs

Additional Resources:

• Career Reflections Worksheets 
• 3Plus International Networking Map 
• Reboot your Job search -eLearning