Before getting started on the job hunt process, the most important consideration for a job applicant is to create an impressive and effective curriculum vitae (CV) or a resume. Both a CV and a resume essentially have the same intent which is to give your prospective employer more information about your suitability for the employment position in question. However, while the two terms are used interchangeably these days, a curriculum vitae and a resume do in fact have certain key differences.

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Job references are an essential part of any resume or curriculum, second to your academic qualifications. However, if you are a first time job seeker, the lack of previous work experience can play against you as you prospective employer is unable to verify your reliability and standard of work from a previous place of employment. This does not mean that first time job seekers will never find employment and a little initiative and ingenuity will assist with suitable references without any previous work history.
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A digital curriculum vitae (CV) is an online cv that exists on the internet for prospective employers to access. Unlike the traditional CV or resume, your digital cv is more dynamic and informative beyond a paper copy. A digital CV also allows you to share your knowledge on specific subjects pertaining to your area of employment or sector of industry. This allows your employer to gauge how informed and knowledgeable you are about the industry and gives you and edge over other candidates in a job application.

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