CV vs Skills: Which Wins in an Interview?

In today's rapidly changing professional landscape, the traditional CV is becoming less relevant. This article explores how skills, adaptability, and digital presence are increasingly important in the hiring process.

hiringcycle.ai Team15.09.2023

We all know how recruitment works in the traditional sense: You apply for a job, send in your CV, if you grab the recruiters' attention you are called in for an interview and in this interview you're asked specific questions about your experience and prospective career, and then the ball's in the court of the recruitment team. In this scenario your CV plays a pivotal role, provides your interviewers with your first impression and not only sets the scene for your interview, but determines what light you will be seen under.

Choosing the words, highlighting your important experiences and abilities, promoting yourself just the right way to attract attention… Writing an impressive CV has been a struggle for candidates for decades. It's not just about the candidates either, the recruiters have similar problems. Sometimes the better-suited candidate has the worse-looking CV, and vice versa, which result in poorly made recruitment decisions.

But the world is changing. Everything related to our lives are becoming increasingly more digital. It's a world of online presence now, we get to learn new skills and showcase them to make ourselves more attractive, more prestigious in the eyes of our digital following. In addition to that, with our rapidly changing world, while experience and education retain their crucial importance to a certain degree, there is a need for new skills every day. Professionals need to be able to adapt to the ever-changing requirements of professional life, so recruiters are now looking for a certain ability to reinvent oneself in candidates. Being a multi-layered person of diverse skills and adaptability is now key to achieving goals.

When we add these factors together, what we get is the realization that CV's in the traditional sense are becoming somewhat obsolete.

Skills That Can Overshadow Your CV

Adaptability: The ability to quickly learn and apply new skills in a changing environment.
Problem-solving: The skill of our century, crucial in almost every profession.
Communication skills: Both written and spoken, essential in our interconnected world.
Passion for learning: The first step to adaptability and continuous growth.
Cultural fit: The ability to work well with diverse teams in a globalized workplace.
Social and soft skills: These help form networks that can be more valuable than a traditional CV.
Personal projects and volunteering: Practical experiences that showcase initiative and skills in action.

We are in the age of digital visibility and adaptability. Improve your skills and showcase them, but take care not to become pretentious, and you will have a world of opportunity at your feet.

Remember, while these skills can overshadow a traditional CV, it's important to present them effectively. A well-crafted online presence and a portfolio that showcases your skills and work can be powerful tools in modern job hunting.

Blog

Latest content in the business world

The Power of DEI in Inclusive Hiring | http://hiringcycle.ai

Discover how DEI principles foster bias-free, fair, and transparent recruitment processes powered by technology and ethical design.

Reading Time 4 min. - 21.05.2025

SaaS Transformation in HR

Automate hiring processes and boost HR efficiency with SaaS. Discover how hiringcycle.ai simplifies every step.

Reading Time 3 min. - 13.05.2025

What Is a Competency-Based Interview? Key Insights

Improve your hiring with competency-based interviews. Discover the STAR method and AI-driven evaluation to find the best-fit talent.

Reading Time 6 min. - 08.05.2025

Rising Hiring Costs in Turkish SMEs

TURKSTAT data shows hiring costs in SMEs are soaring. Discover the hidden expenses and their impact in our latest newsletter.

Reading Time 3 min. - 06.05.2025

After Recruitment: The Era of Competency Begins

How AI-powered video interviews support upskilling, reskilling, and post-hiring talent development.

Reading Time 6 min. - 22.04.2025

Why Gen Z Prefers Video Interviews

Exploring Gen Z's shift from face-to-face to video interviews.

Reading Time 6 min. - 17.04.2025

The Importance of Candidate Experience in SMEs: The First Step to Employer Branding

Learn how SMEs can enhance candidate experience through digital transformation with smart solutions by hiringcycle.ai.

Reading Time 6 min. - 11.04.2025

AI-Powered Hiring Process for SMEs

An in-depth look at how AI helps SMEs hire faster and smarter with limited resources in recruitment and talent management.

Reading Time 5 min. - 08.04.2025

Managing MT (Internship) Programs Successfully with HR Strategies

Learn how to effectively manage Management Trainee (MT) and internship programs using modern HR strategies and AI-powered solutions.

Reading Time 6 min. - 16.03.2025

Fast & Efficient Hiring: Discover Text Recruitment

Speed up your hiring process with text recruitment! Focus on the right candidates and enhance efficiency with AI-powered automation. Discover it now!

Reading Time 3 min. - 04.03.2025

Smart Interview: AI-Powered Fair Hiring Process

Discover AI-driven smart interviews and unbiased hiring. Enhance recruitment with automated, fair, and efficient assessment technologies.

Reading Time 4 min. - 27.02.2025

Reach the Right Candidates with Smart Job Descriptions

AI-powered job descriptions attract top talent, speed up hiring, and reduce costs. Optimize your recruitment strategy today!

Reading Time 3 min. - 25.02.2025

AI Revolution in 2025: The Future with hiringcycle.ai

This week, explore the impact of artificial intelligence on the business world in 2025. Experience the future of recruitment with hiringcycle.ai.

Reading Time 3 min. - 22.02.2025

AI-Powered Video Interview or Online Face-to-Face Interview?

We compare AI-powered video interviews and online face-to-face interviews. Discover the best method for candidates!

Reading Time 4 min. - 20.02.2025

Future of Jobs 2025: AI Transformation in the Business World

The Future of Jobs 2025 report has been released! 170 million new jobs, AI-driven skill transformation, and the rise of green skills. How will the workforce adapt to the future?

Reading Time 4 min. - 14.01.2025

Interview With Hundreds of People Simultaneously!

AI-based video interviews are revolutionizing the hiring process, offering benefits for both candidates and HR professionals. This article explores the rise of video interviews, their unbiased evaluation process, and how they focus on competencies while promoting diversity and efficiency.

Reading Time 11 min. - 20.03.2024

Optimize Your Hiring Processes with Artificial Intelligence

Discover how AI is transforming traditional HR processes, addressing challenges in recruitment, and paving the way for more efficient and strategic human resource management.

Reading Time 9 min. - 20.03.2024

What is the Real Cost of Mistakes Made in Hiring?

The path to success or failure for a startup lies in the quality of talent it harbors. The primary ingredient for a startup to meet and exceed its expectations is a well-coordinated and skilled team consisting of carefully chosen, qualified, and passionate employees.

Reading Time 5 min. - 15.03.2024