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English for Tourism & Hospitality (107) by Prof. Adel AlSheikh

choose a sans-serif font because, in most cases,
they’re easier to read.
Additionally, keep your text between 10–12 points.
While it can be tempting to reduce your font size to
reduce the number of pages, you should never
sacrifice readability for length.

ii. Check your margins

Be sure to check your CV margin size. Margins that
are too large will leave too much white space on each
page while margins that are too small can make the
page seem over-filled. A good rule is to keep your
margins between 1–1.5 inches.

iii. Utilize your space effectively

CVs can become lengthy, especially if you’ve been in
your industry for several years and have amassed a
great deal of experience. To ensure you’re using
space effectively and your CV is easy to read,
consider using the following techniques:

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