Training: Writing a Professional CV

Training: Writing a Professional CV

Summary: End of activity report: The activity was carried out under the title 'Writing a CV'. The following objectives and outputs were achieved: Activity Outcomes: "Enables participants to write a professional CV. Increase participants' awareness of the components of the CV and how to highlight its strengths. Prepare customizable resume templates to suit the needs of participants. Improve participants' chances of obtaining employment or training opportunities by submitting distinctive CVs." Pros: "Great interaction from participants with practical examples and templates presented. Participants apply what they learned during the activity. Provide personalized tips for each participant to improve their CV." Difficulties and challenges: "Challenge: The varying levels of knowledge among participants about the components of a CV. Confrontation: Divide the activity into levels that suit everyone, providing practical examples. Challenge: Lack of technical skills for some participants in using CV design software. Confrontation: Provide a simplified explanation of the tools and use ready-made templates that can be easily edited." Recommendations and suggestions: "Organizing follow-up workshops to develop CVs according to different disciplines. Provide an electronic guide or brochure containing ready-made models and design tools. Encourage participants to update their CVs periodically. Add training sessions on how to improve your CV to apply for specific jobs." Lessons learned: "A CV is not just a document, but a personal marketing tool that reflects the applicant's personality. Organizing information and clarifying career goals enhances the chances of accepting a CV. Take advantage of ready-made templates that save time and effort, but they need to be customized to highlight the applicant's personality." Quotes: "A resume is your written career story, so let it speak of your excellence." Success stories: One participant updated his CV based on what he learned during the activity, and was able to get an internship opportunity at an international institution after only two weeks. Notes: "It is recommended to add more time to practical sessions in which participants write their CVs during the activity. The need to focus on how to highlight achievements and skills in a distinctive way. Use real-life examples from successful resumes to enhance participants' understanding." The activity was part of the organization's efforts to achieve the desired positive impact.

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