TABLE 1.

Best practices for creating and managing the CV for career advancement

Best practice	Process	Benefit
Use the correct format	Use institutional standard.	Ease of access by P&T committee.
Update frequently	Develop a routine.	Assures comprehensive inclusion of achievements.
Keep a working document	Keep an unpaginated CV accessible for real‐time updates.	Allows easy entry of data without worrying about section/page breaks.
Create a shareable CV	Delete irrelevant categories. Keep sections together. Set up logical pagination. Save as PDF to access on demand.	Creates a visually pleasing, professional document with organized and relevant information.
Keep a track record	Save CV at the end of each year. Refer to CV history for dossier. Appreciate self‐progress.	Provides accurate timestamps for interim accomplishments (personal statements). Highlights personal progress.
Seek feedback	Review CV with mentors and departmental P&T representative.	Facilitates compliance with norms.

Abbreviations: CV, curriculum vitae; PDF, portable document format; P&T, promotion and tenure.