A resume is one of the most important tools for acquiring your dream job. No matter how well-experienced you are, a poorly made resume will still hinder you in getting even an interview. Today, we’ve made a list of 7 resume errors you must avoid.
- Grammar and spelling errors
There’s no real excuse for committing this one. Many spelling and grammar checkers are available for free use online and even if you don’t have access to the internet, you can always check it over yourself or have someone else do it for you.
- Generic content
One common mistake of applicants is using a one size fits all type of resume. If you really want to be noticed by employers, it will be better to customize your resume according to the job description, needs, and requirements of the job you’re aiming for. Read their job advertisement and try to use to use their keywords.
- Outdated and incorrect information
Before sending out applications, it is important to check if all information included in your resume are updated and correct, particularly your employment summary and contact information. However, make sure that you don’t use an unprofessional email address such as CuteChixrule@google.com.
- Not emphasizing accomplishments
When listing down your employment history, some people fail to highlight their accomplishments. Emphasizing your accomplishments will help you make the impression of being a good candidate.
- Vague job description in employment summary
When making a list of your employment history, make sure to make a short but concise job description. This will help your prospective employer get an idea if your experiences and skills will fit their requirements. Also, don’t forget to include the date and duration of your stay in each of the companies.
- Overdone resume design and style
Resumes must always appear professional and well-organized. Using different font styles, sizes and colors will just make your prospective employer’s head hurt. Unless you’re applying for a position that requires you to exhibit your creativity, keep your resume simple and easy to read.
- Including unnecessary details
Generally, a resume should only be one to two pages long, depending if you’re a recent graduate or an experienced applicant. To do this, make sure to avoid including unnecessary details such as irrelevant work experiences, skills, hobbies, personal information such as your height, weight, religion, tax identification number, social security number etc. Remember, these will not only consume space but can also lead to discrimination or identity theft.
References:
https://www.thebalance.com/top-resume-mistakes-to-avoid-2063291
https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/avoid-the-top-10-resume-mistakes
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