Why a Good CV Matters
A CV is not just a document. It’s your first impression, your pitch, and your proof that you can do the job. Whether you’re applying as a warehouse worker, electrician, driver, cook, or team leader, the goal is the same: show clearly that you’re reliable, qualified, and ready to start. A good CV does that in seconds.
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What employers look for in seconds
Most recruiters and hiring managers skim first. They scan your name, location, contact, last 2–3 jobs, dates, and key skills. If those are easy to see and match the role, you move forward. If they’re messy, incomplete, or hard to read, you don’t. A good CV makes the right info jump off the page.
Your CV speaks when you can’t
You won’t always get a chance to explain yourself on a call. Your CV has to do it for you:
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It proves you can follow basic instructions.
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It shows your work history and gaps honestly.
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It highlights licenses, certificates, and languages that matter for the job.
It works with hiring systems (ATS)
Many companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to sort CVs. Simple structure, clear headings, and standard job titles help the system find you. Over-designed CVs or missing dates can get filtered out. A good CV keeps things clean and readable, for both people and software.
Fair shot, any industry
Not everyone has fancy experience. That’s okay. A strong CV still helps you:
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Emphasise steady work, punctuality, and safety (logistics/production).
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Show precision, tools used, and certifications (technical/construction).
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Prove customer focus and speed (hospitality/retail).
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Highlight team leadership and results (supervisors/team leads).
What a good CV always includes
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Contact details: phone with WhatsApp, email, current city/country.
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Work rights: EU passport/ID or valid Dutch work permit (if applicable).
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Job title & summary: who you are and what you do in 2–3 lines.
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Experience: roles in order (most recent first), employer, city/country, dates (MM/YYYY), 3–5 short points on tasks and achievements.
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Skills & certificates: e.g., Reach Truck, Forklift, VCA, BSN, food hygiene, driving licence (type + issuing country), languages with level (A2–C1).
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Education/training: school, course, or on-the-job training.
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Extras that help: availability date, own car, willingness to relocate.
Common mistakes that cost interviews
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No dates, wrong dates, or big gaps with no explanation.
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Fancy templates that hide the basics or use tiny fonts.
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One long paragraph—no bullet points or structure.
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Wrong phone number or no country code.
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Listing every job since school but not the relevant skills for this role.
Why keeping it updated matters
Employers hire fast. If your CV is ready, you can apply today. If it’s old, you miss the window. A good, up-to-date CV also helps us match you to better roles, quicker.
How our free builder helps
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Simple structure: built for real recruiters and ATS systems.
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Clear sections: work history, skills, and certificates in the right place.
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Error-proofing: prompts so you don’t forget key details.
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Fast export: download and reuse anywhere.
Quick tips before you submit
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Use short, clear lines that start with action verbs: “Picked,” “Installed,” “Operated,” “Led.”
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Match your skills to the job ad (honestly).
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Keep it to 1–2 pages. Focus on the last 5–8 years.
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Save as PDF with your name:
Name_Surname_CV.pdf.
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