A well-written resumé means significantly increasing your chances of being invited for an interview for your dream job. It just takes several small adjustments, keeping in mind the specifics of the company, to make your CV better on several levels. Salespeople should also be able to prove that they can sell themselves to show they're able to sell the company's products. Here are several pieces of advice on what an ideal CV for a business position should look like.
Use a simple and easy-to-navigate structure
The format of your CV should be as simple as possible, according to the SalesForce company blog. Don't use exotic fonts or font sizes. Exaggarated graphics can do more damage than a format that is too simple. You should focus on the content instead more than the form. Colorful elements and tables should also be avoided. In any case, generate your CV in PDF, not in an editable format (.doc, .txt etc); the formatting could get messed up.
Focus on key words
Think about what key words are connected to the position you are applying for: punctuality, speed, vigour? Your CV should be straight-to-the-point, short, and it should revolve around expressions that are key to the sector. Don't use clichés or flowery language. Brevity, simplicity and getting straight to the point are your strongest weapons. Applicants often write too much about the activities and duties they had as part of their previous positions. Suppress your natural desire to write down everything you did, and point out briefly what you learned at the position instead.
Use specific numbers
When it comes to business positions, you need to use specific numbers in your CV. What was your conversion rate? How many phone calls / meetings did you manage to fit in one day? A good salesperson has to know their numbers and stats, and you will prove it by using them in your CV. Of course, then it's imperative to remember them by heart at the interview.
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