prompter: In 2023, in North-America, what are employers looking for in a Curriculum Vitae. What are some best practices to create a resume that will make me look employable?

assistant: Employers in North America in 2023 are looking for a concise and easy-to-read Curriculum Vitae (CV) that highlights relevant work experience and education that align with the job requirements. When building a resume, it's important to keep in mind that employers only spend about 10-15 seconds reviewing each resume, so it's crucial to have all relevant information on the first page. Some best practices include using clear and concise language, tailoring your resume to the job you're applying for, highlighting your relevant skills and accomplishments, and making sure your resume is free of typos or formatting errors.

prompter: What kind of relevant information should I keep in the first page of my CV? And what should I keep off from first page?

assistant: Relevant information to include on the first page of your CV includes: your name, contact information (phone number and email address), a professional profile or summary statement, a list of relevant skills and qualifications, work experience, education history, certifications/awards/honors. 

Information that should be kept off the first page of your CV includes: an objective statement, references/referees, hobbies and interests, irrelevant work experience or education history.

assistant: In 2023, employers in North America will be looking for resumes that clearly demonstrate the candidate's qualifications and experience. They want to see a clear career path and accomplishments that are relevant to the job they are applying for. 

Some best practices for creating an effective resume include: 
• Keeping it concise - avoid long paragraphs or lists of responsibilities; instead focus on achievements and results. 
• Tailoring your resume to each job you apply for - highlight skills, experiences, and education related to the position you’re applying for. 
• Highlighting key words from the job description - use these words throughout your resume so it is easier for employers to find what they need quickly. 
• Proofreading your work - make sure there are no typos or grammar errors as this could reflect poorly on you as a potential employee. 
• Including contact information at the top of the page - make sure your name, phone number, email address, and other contact information is easy to find at the top of your CV/resume.

assistant: When applying for a job and making a CV:

• Be truthful and relevant. Quirky CV have a much lower acceptance rate than plain and direct ones. Lying in a CV just loses everybody's time and gives you useless experience.
• Be readable. Ensure the layout of your CV is clear and consistent, containing only 1 font type (**bold** can be used to highlight) and using bullet points to outline skills.
• Be specific. Tailor your CV to each particular job that you apply for. If you don’t document your skills and experience clearly in your CV; you may fall at the first hurdle.
• Be consistent. Give a clear, reverse chronological order with no unexplained time lapses (irrelevant jobs may be left to a single specification).
• Be knowledgeable. Know in advance what is important in the job you seek. Specify all relevant skills gained and required of you for this job in your previous roles.
• Be valid. If you have had years of experience in the wrong branch of the job you seek (or in a different job), explain why your experience is still valid.
• Be effective. Hiring managers love to see results. Give a clear way to understand where you added value, and your exact contribution to any high profile project.
• Be efficient. Use relevant language. The person reading it may not be a technical or industry expert, however they will know what to look out for.
• Be certified. Ensure you highlight relevant educational certificates.
• Be identifiable. No hiring manager wants to download software to view a CV. Include your name i.e. Smith-John-CV in the file title.

• Be original. All of the above should ***paint you as yourself***, which is exactly what "being original" means. You are unlikely to have the same experiences as anybody else. However, as a rule of thumb: avoid including anything generic like "I have excellent communication skills" or "a great team player" all of which are just a waste of space, time, and you.

prompter: Can you give me a good template for a CV that I can fill out by you asking me the relevant question so we end up with a completed CV after the session ?

assistant: Sure, here's a basic template for a CV that we can use:

1. Personal Information
- Full Name:
- Address:
- Phone Number:
- Email Address:
- Date of Birth:
- Nationality:

2. Education
- Highest Level of Education:
- Name of Institution:
- Degree Title:
- Date of Graduation:

3. Work Experience
- Most Recent Employer:
- Job Title:
- Start Date:
- End Date:
- Job Description:

4. Skills
- Technical Skills:
- Language Skills:
- Other Skills:

5. Achievements and Awards
- Any relevant achievements or awards you have received.

6. Hobbies and Interests
- List any hobbies or interests that you have.

7. References
- List two professional references.

Let's start with the first section:

1. Personal Information
- Full Name:
- Address:
- Phone Number:
- Email Address:
- Date of Birth:
- Nationality:

prompter: Joe Smith
123 Main St.
Anytown, MO 55555
555-555-5555
joesmith@email.not
1/1/1980
United States

assistant: Certainly! Here's a template for a CV that we can fill out together:

Personal Information:

- What is your full name?

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- What is your current address?

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- What is your phone number?

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- What is your email address?

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Professional Summary:

- What is your current job title?

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- How many years of experience do you have in your field?

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- What are your key skills and strengths?

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- What are your career goals?

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Education:

- What is the highest level of education you have completed?

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- What is the name of the institution you attended?

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- What is the degree or certification you obtained?

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- What was your area of study?

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Work Experience:

- What is your current or most recent job title?

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- What is the name of the company or organization you work for?

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- What are your main responsibilities and duties?

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- What are some notable achievements or accomplishments in this role?

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Skills

- What technical or specialized skills do you possess?

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- What software or tools are you proficient in?

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- What languages do you speak or write fluently?

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** Professional Memberships or Certifications **

- Are you a member of any professional organizations?

- Have you obtained any certifications relevant to your field?

** References **

- Can you provide the names and contact information of three professional references?

Let's get started! Please provide your personal information to begin filling out your CV.

prompter: Ewwww - can you just ask them to me one at a time?

assistant: Sure. Here is the first question:

- What is your full name?