When building a CV, it’s easy to focus on hard skills. These are the technical, teachable abilities you have, like “Python programming,” “Graphic Design,” or “Accountancy.” They are crucial, and they are often what get you past the initial ATS scan.
But the skills that get you hired and help you succeed are often the soft skills. These are your interpersonal attributes, like “Communication,” “Teamwork,” “Problem-Solving,” and “Leadership.”
A successful CV needs a perfect blend of both.
How to Showcase Both Types of Skills:
- The Skills Section: This is great for listing your key hard skills. Be specific (e.g., “Advanced Adobe Photoshop” is better than “Photo Editing”). You can also list a few core soft skills here.
- The Experience Section: This is where you prove your soft skills. Don’t just say you’re a good communicator; describe a situation where your communication skills made a difference.
- Example: “Led a cross-functional team of 8 (Leadership) to resolve a critical client issue (Problem-Solving) by presenting a new solution that was adopted by all stakeholders (Communication).”
How Tailor CV Helps You Find the Balance:
Tailor CV’s initial Skill Gap Analysis identifies both the hard and soft skills mentioned in the job description, showing you what the employer values most. This ensures you’re not just focusing on the technical requirements but are also highlighting the interpersonal skills that will make you a great cultural fit.
