How to Write a CV (Resume)
A good CV is what gets you the interview. This guide shows how to write one that employers in Uzbekistan actually read — clear structure, the right content, and the mistakes to avoid.
Keep it short and clear
Aim for one page if you are early in your career, two at most if you are experienced. Use a clean layout and a readable font, and leave some white space — recruiters skim, so make it easy to scan.
Start with contacts and a short summary
At the top: your name, a working phone number, a professional email, and your city. Then two or three lines summarising who you are and what you do well.
For example, a sales assistant might write: "Retail sales assistant with two years of experience, confident with customers and daily targets, looking for a role in Tashkent." Keep it specific to the job you want.
Lead with experience and results
List your experience with the most recent first. For each role give the job title, company and dates, then two to four short bullet points — focus on what you achieved, not just your duties. Numbers help ("grew sales 20%", "served 50+ clients a day").
Add skills, education and languages
List concrete skills relevant to the job, then your education (most recent first). Languages matter a lot in Uzbekistan — list Uzbek, Russian and English with your honest level.
Tailor it to each job
Match the wording of your CV to the vacancy and put the most relevant experience first. A CV adjusted to the role always beats a generic one sent everywhere.
Choose the right language
Match the employer — many companies expect Russian, government and local roles often use Uzbek, and international firms may prefer English. When unsure, follow the language of the job advert.
Save and send as PDF
A PDF keeps your formatting on any device. Name the file clearly, for example Name_Position.pdf, so it is easy to find.
Avoid the common mistakes
The quickest ways to lose a recruiter:
- typos and an unprofessional email address
- a photo when none was asked for
- listing duties instead of results
- overstating skills you do not have
- long walls of text with no structure
Frequently asked questions
How long should my CV be?
One page if you have little experience, two at most if you are experienced. Recruiters skim, so keep every line useful.
Should I add a photo?
Only if the employer asks. Many roles do not need one — use the space for your experience and skills instead.
What language should my CV be in?
Match the job advert. Russian is common across companies, Uzbek for many local and government roles, and English for international firms.
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