One of the most important yet underrated things that premium college students know is how to make an impressive CV. As part of the placement process, they go through several rounds of iteration with inputs from their peer, seniors and alumni pver a month or two to prepare a CV that captures their key experiences in a crisp way. 

On the hand, a large number of job seekers are trying to take a short cut to prepare their CV, using AI tools and templates without adding their own set of inputs or highlights. Consequently, their CVs are either too succinct or too similar to others in the same domain. A CV of a backend engineer generated purely through one of the AI tools or a template resembles that of another with just changes in titles or durations. These CVs rarely make the cut! 

Employers want to see what projects you have worked on, and what did you achieve in those projects. The 'Generic' AI generated CV impedes your chances of success - it is basically stopping you from your getting through your dream job!

What you need to do is to amend the templatized CV to add very specific details from your background. Most importantly, include phrases, keywords, and action verbs that blow your trumpet in alignment with the job or the domain you are aspiring to get into. Yes - 'in alignment' - if two or more domains interest you, you would need to prepare multiple CVs targeting those domains. One size would not fit all!

This investment has a huge invisible RoI. With access to your well prepared CV, headhunters and TA teams would be able to find you easily and reach out for the most relevant jobs. You will get more calls with regard to the jobs you desire, simple!

A well prepared CV can get you to a stage or a platform where you can demonstrate what you bring to the table, irrespective of every other parameter. So, we cannot highlight enough the importance of investing time and energy in preparing, arguably the most important document in self promotion. In case you do not have the bandwidth, it is advisable to take professional assistance.