
When I first started applying for jobs in Qatar, I made all the classic mistakes — using one generic CV, applying randomly, and hoping for the best. It didn’t work. But through trial and error, I discovered what actually matters when creating a CV for the Gulf market. In this article, I share the most common mistakes people make, how to tailor your CV for specific roles, why ATS shouldn’t scare you, and how I eventually landed a job in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — directly from Mangalore, without any connections. If you’re serious about getting hired in the GCC, this guide is for you.