CVs Are Dead. Here’s What Actually Gets You Hired
- Tahnia Cook
- Feb 26
- 2 min read
Spoiler Alert: Nobody Reads Your 3-Page Resume
Remember when we were told that a perfectly formatted CV = job offers for days? Yeah, turns out hiring managers spend an average of 6 seconds looking at your resume. Six. That’s less time than it takes to read a TikTok caption.
So, if CVs are basically outdated relics, what actually gets you hired?
1: A Killer LinkedIn Profile
Recruiters literally live on LinkedIn. If you don’t have one, you might as well send job applications via carrier pigeon.
✅ DO: Have a clear photo, a strong bio, and highlight actual achievements.
❌ DON’T: List “team player” and “hard worker” like everyone else. Be specific.
2: A Portfolio or Proof of Skills
Hiring managers don’t care about your “excellent communication skills.” They want to see proof.
✅ DO: Have a website, portfolio, or at least some LinkedIn posts showing what you know.
❌ DON’T: Just list skills with no examples (Show, don’t tell!).
3: Networking (Yes, It Actually Works)
Many jobs aren’t even advertised—they’re filled by referrals. So, talk to people!
✅ DO: Join industry groups, attend events, and connect with professionals.
❌ DON’T: Spam people with “Hey, can you get me a job?” DMs.
4: A Killer Cover Letter (If Required)
Most cover letters suck. Yours won’t.
✅ DO: Keep it short, funny, and human. Show personality.
❌ DON’T: Start with “Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express…” zzzzzzzz.
5: Actually Applying to the Right Jobs
You can’t just apply to 500 jobs and hope for the best. Be strategic.
✅ DO: Tailor each application to the company.
❌ DON’T: Mass apply without even checking what the job requires.
Final Tip: You Are More Than a CV
Focus on networking, skills, and personality—that’s what gets you hired in 2025. Time to upgrade your job-hunting game! 🚀
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