A strong CV is not a list of every job you ever had — it is a focused argument for why you are a good fit for the role in front of you. Start by reading the job advert carefully and noting the key responsibilities and required skills.
Each bullet on your CV should describe a real achievement using the action + impact format. Use numbers where you have them, but never invent metrics. Honesty makes you more compelling, not less.
Add the keywords from the advert naturally into your skills, summary, and experience sections. Do not stuff keywords or claim skills you cannot back up — recruiters will quickly notice.
Stick to a clean, single-column layout. Use consistent font sizes, clear headings, and enough white space to breathe. Save as PDF unless the application portal explicitly asks for DOCX.
Read your CV out loud before sending. Cut anything that does not earn its place.