How to Write a CV in English - Tips to Write a Great Resume in English

In this lesson, you can learn to write a CV or resume in English.
If you’re wondering, ‘CV’ and ‘resume’ have the same meaning. The word ‘CV’ is more common in the UK, while ‘resume’ is more common in the USA. Do you have any tips on writing a CV in English? Be sure to share them in the comments!
In this video lesson, you’ll see how to write an effective CV in English. We’ll share some useful language tips to make your CV clearer.
Although some people say that there’s a difference, in everyday speech, a CV and a resume are the same thing: you write a summary of your employment history, your education and your skills in order to apply for a job.
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Contents:
1. How to Write a Personal Profile 1:29
2. How to Write About Your Employment 7:09
3. How to Write About Your Education 10:36
4. Writing About Skills and Hobbies 13:05
This lesson will help you:
- Understand what a CV or Resume is and how writing a good CV in English can help you with your job search.
- Learn what to include in the personal profile section of your CV in English.
- Find the correct words and phrases to describe your previous employment so your CV in English can stand out in the crowd.
- Understand how to best describe your educational background when putting your Resume in English together.
- Write about different skills and hobbies you have to best represent yourself as a desirable employee on your CV in English.
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