A CV Is All That Matters. You Only Need A Portfolio If You Want A Creative Job šŸ“„

04/09/2025 13 min Episodio 79

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In this week’s episode of Engage And Thrive (also known as EAT With Taelon), I’m tackling the misconception that a CV is enough and portfolios are only for creatives. The truth is, portfolios are no longer optional. A CV might open the door. A portfolio gets you remembered.I explain what a CV reveals. I explain what it overlooks. I discuss why portfolios matter in every industry. I show how to create one that actually works.From case studies to testimonials to credibility markers to metrics. I share why showing proof of work has become more important than ever. I explain why this is especially true in a world where AI makes it easier to exaggerate or fabricate.If you’re serious about standing out and proving your value, it is time to think beyond a CV and start building a portfolio that tells your story.Got a myth to bust? Send it my way!⁠⁠⁠You can catch up with the full show notes https://taelon.co.uk/podcast/cv-vs-portfolio/⁠⁠⁠Vocab:ā ā ā šŸ“ā  CV Portfolio Case Studies Testimonials Credibility Markers MetricsKitbox Canva LinkedIn-----------------------------------Timestamps šŸŽÆ (00:00) Misconception (00:14) EAT Intro (00:48) Myth Bust (01:52) Vocab (02:45) Number One: What A CV Shows (04:53) Number Two: Why Portfolios Matter (09:44) Number Three: Building A Portfolio That Works (13:27) Wrap Up-----------------------------------Let’s thrive together šŸ–¤ Watch on YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Want to explore a collaboration?⁠⁠⁠ Sign up to Curious Chronicles monthly newsletter⁠⁠-----------------------------------

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