CV summary

The summary, also called a profile or personal statement, is the short paragraph at the top of your CV. It is often the first thing an employer reads, so it should say who you are, what you do and why you fit this job in a few plain lines.

Articles under this topic explain how to write one for your trade or profession, how it changes between countries, and how to keep it specific instead of filling it with words like hard-working and motivated.