Many CVs simply aren't compiled with forethought and logic. We asked some e-cruiters and recruitment specialists to share some of their thoughts on what makes a CV really stand out among the many, and how to leave a professional impression.

Here are some of their comments:

E-cruiters

Recruitment specialists

Catherine Fleming, a psychologist with Career Psychology Ltd., a careers analysis and advice service.

Dylan Armbrust, editor of Computeractive magazine.

Rebecca Cleary, MD, KSC Webstars, specialists in online recruitment.