What is a Profile in Cinode?
ℹ️ To create a CV in Cinode, you can start by importing your PDF or Word file into your or your employee's profile. The profile acts as the foundation of your information in Cinode—the "master data" for your account. While CVs can vary depending on projects, the master data will always remain in the profile and serve as the base when creating CVs. When creating a new CV in Cinode, the information from the profile will be added to the new CV. You can then specify the CV to suit the assignment you apply for and choose what information should be visible or not by toggling sections on or off.
In Cinode, your profile serves as the foundation of your professional information—the "master data" for your account. While CVs can be customized for specific projects, the profile remains consistent, ensuring you always have a reliable base to work from. Your profile is an opportunity to showcase your skills and experiences both internally within your organization and externally to potential clients or employers. It contains your overall experience, making it searchable for salespeople, consulting managers, and colleagues.
You can create profiles by importing your CV to your profile or by filling in your profile manually. You can also create profiles in multiple languages. Note that importing data is only possible if no data currently exists in Cinode. This means you can only import your CV to your profile in one language and then translate it to other languages. How to translate a profile or CV.
Cinode also offers the capability to match customer requirements with the skills outlined in your profile, enhancing your marketability for your dream job.
How to Create and Manage Profiles
Importing a CV
Start by importing your CV in PDF or Word format into your profile. This is only possible if the profile is empty.
Note: You can only import your CV in one language. For additional languages, manually translate (or use Cinode's AI tools) the information after the import. Check out this article for details.
If you have a LinkedIn profile, export your LinkedIn CV as a PDF and use it to populate your Cinode profile.
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How to import your CV to your Cinode Profile
Access the Profile page under the Home section in the menu. Once there, click on the Profile tab to add or edit your details.
Upload your CV. Once uploaded, review your profile for adjustments, such as fixing line breaks and correcting dates.
The import function allows you to create a profile in seconds, whether for an employee, candidate, or subcontractor. It enables you to quickly upload a resume and start working with the data immediately.
Important: The import function can only be used if the CV and profile in Cinode are empty or if only the skills block is pre-filled, regardless of the language.
The import function in Cinode will let you create a profile in seconds regardless if it's an employee, candidate, or subcontractor. This function means you can easily upload a resume into Cinode and start working with the data immediately.
NOTE: You can only use this Import function if the CV and profile in Cinode are empty or if only the skills block is filled in from before. This is regardless of language.
Tips for a Successful CV Import
Employer Details: Employers listed in your CV may appear under "Projects and Assignments." We recommend removing these details before importing to ensure better organization and avoid redundancy.
Avoid Side Columns: To prevent formatting issues, avoid including side columns (e.g., "Skills by Category" and highlighted projects from the Cinode standard template) in your CV. The import algorithm may inadvertently merge text from two columns into a single line, making the content harder to read and interpret.
Sections Not Imported: Please note that sections such as "Employees," "References," "Commitment," and "Publications" will not be imported into your profile. These sections will need to be added manually after the import process.
Project Titles and Dates: For better organization and accuracy, ensure both the title and date of your projects are included in the same column before importing your CV. This will help maintain clarity in your final profile.
Note: Always review and edit the imported information to ensure accuracy and add missing details as needed.
Manual Entry
After importing, you can review and edit your information manually. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can manually populate your profile by adding information to each section:
Use the pen icon to edit each section.
Save your changes to ensure your profile is updated.
💡 To easily switch between sections, click on the 'Table of Contents.'
Saving Changes
When editing your profile or CV, you have two options for saving:
Save: Saves the changes only to the current CV.
Save To: Allows you to select multiple CVs to update simultaneously.
Changes will also be automatically saved to your profile.
Using these options ensures that your updates are reflected across all relevant CVs and your profile as needed.
Sections in the Profile
Presentation:
Under the "Presentation" block, you will fill out a title and descriptive text. Remember, this section needs to appeal to clients, so aim to make it as sellable as possible. This text will later serve as the foundation when creating resumes. You can summarize both your personal and professional qualities in this block, though note that personal qualities won’t be shown in the standard resumes unless otherwise directed by your organization.
Open the field you want to edit by clicking on the pen icon. Edit the new information and click "Save" or "Save To". If you cannot see the save buttons, it means no changes have been made.
Project & Assignments:
Add your earlier assignments and/or projects by clicking on the "+" or edit an existing assignment by opening the assignment in question. Earlier employment should be summarized as one or several assignments.
👉 Note: Projects in your profile are automatically ordered according to the project dates you provide. Ensure that the dates are accurate to maintain the correct chronological order.
For every assignment, you must add a description, including tasks, responsibilities, and results. Tag a few keywords or skills related to the assignment (one at a time). A keyword can be industries, roles, tools, techniques, etc. When you start adding skills, suggestions will appear—use these. If a keyword is missing, you can add it, but be mindful of accurate spelling.
Skills:
All added competencies from assignments are listed under the "Skills" block. If a skill is missing, you can add it manually using the "+" button. Rate your competence level between 1 and 5. For level definitions, click on the info symbol next to "level."
You can mark your favorite skills by using the star symbol to the right. This helps you find more relevant projects based on your interests.
Other Skills: Add additional qualifications, such as a driver’s license.
References: Keep references organized in one place.
Please note, this section will not be displayed in your CV.
Courses and Certifications: List relevant educational courses and certifications
Employers:
Roles within employment are registered as assignments under "Projects and Assignments." Just list your former employers here.
Education: Add your education.
Languages: Add and rate your language skills
Commitments and Publications: Include board memberships, publications, or other commitments.
Creating a CV from Your Profile
When creating a new CV in Cinode, information from your profile is automatically added. You can then:
Customize the CV to suit specific assignments or job applications.
Select which information to include by toggling sections on or off.
Save changes to the CV only or apply them across multiple CVs.
Translating Profiles and CVs
You can create multiple language versions of your profile. Add a new language by clicking the "+" next to "Translations." While translations must be added manually after the initial import, you can use Cinode’s AI tools to assist with translations and text enhancements.
If you switch to a language where you have not added a translation, you will see the warning shown below. The content needs to be translated into the chosen profile language.
When translating a skill in the profile, you can use synonyms to find a translation.👇🏼
Removing a Profile or CV
To delete a profile or translation, click the three dots on the right and select Remove Profile. If you're unsatisfied with the import results, you can delete and re-import the CV as needed.
You can also remove the uploaded CV if necessary.
🚨 Important: When you remove your profile, all data will be deleted.
To keep your information accurate, make sure to regularly review and edit each section.
AI enhancements in Profile creation
If you're stuck for ideas, don't hesitate to use our AI to help condense or expand the text in a description.
You can also translate texts with just two clicks now; everything in the profile editor is especially good when you want to create a profile in different languages
Profile vs CV in Cinode - what's the different
A Cinode Profile is a comprehensive record of a user's (Employee, Subcontractor, or Candidate) work experience, education, certifications, and more. The profile is created by the user or a colleague with sufficient access. It serves as an internal database accessible only to company employees. You can have only one Profile but can create multiple language versions (e.g., English and Spanish).
The data entered in the profile can be searched in the general search and skills searches throughout the app.
A CV is a customized selection of relevant data from the Profile, presented in a template chosen by your company. We recommend creating multiple resumes tailored to specific audiences and job contexts. For example, you can have one resume for "Project Manager at IT Company X" and another for "Test Lead at Retail Company Y." Each resume can highlight relevant assignments, training, and skills. Additionally, you can adapt the language and terminology in each resume to suit the target audience.