Very capable people often struggle to write their own CV.
It’s not because they lack writing skills.
It’s because they are too close to their own career.
When you know your story inside out, it becomes difficult to decide:
- what to emphasise
- what to simplify
- what to remove
The result is often a CV that is technically accurate but strategically unclear.
A good CV isn’t just a record of experience.
It’s a narrative designed to help someone understand quickly:
Who you are professionally
What you are best known for
Why you would be valuable in a specific role
Clarity beats completeness every time.