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The 7-Second CV: What Recruiters Actually See

Your CV gets a seven-second scan before anyone reads it. Here’s how to win those seconds.

By Ola · 24 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

The seven-second scan

Recruiters don’t read CVs — they scan them. Here’s what they look for and how to make every second count.

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  • Cut the fluff
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