Workshop - Professional skills

1. What is the ideal length of a professional CV ?

a 1 page

b As many pages as needed

c 2 pages

2. Which of the following should not be included on a CV ?

a A professional email address

b Your hobbies

c All your experiences

3. What is the best way to structure experience on a CV if you're changing careers ?

a List all job titles in chronological order

b Focus on transferable skills and achievements relevant to the new field

c Only include jobs from the new field, even if they’re unpaid

4. You completed an online course but didn’t get a certificate. How should you list it ?

a Don’t include it at all

b List it under “Certifications”

c List it under “Professional Development” and mention it was audit-only

5. You’re applying for a tech role but have limited direct experience. What section can help make your CV stand out ?

a Education only

b Hobbies and interests

c Personal projects and GitHub links

6. When applying for a job via LinkedIn, what’s a good strategy ?

a Click “Easy Apply” and wait

b Apply to everything, even if not qualified

c Send a personalized message to the recruiter

7. What makes a LinkedIn summary effective ?

a It tells your story, highlights your skills, and shows your goals

b It copies your CV

c It’s long and detailed

8. How often should you update your LinkedIn profile ?

a Only when you change jobs

b At least every 2–3 months

c Once every 2 years

9. You want recruiters to find your profile when they search for a specific skill. What’s the most effective strategy ?

a Add that skill in the “Skills” section only

b Post about it once

c Mention the skill in your headline, summary, and job descriptions

10. Which headline is the most effective for someone seeking a job in cybersecurity ?

a Unemployed – looking for opportunities

b Aspiring Cybersecurity Specialist | Passionate about Threat Analysis & SOC Monitoring

c IT Student/Talent