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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Putting Together A Resume

  • June 25, 2019
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1. Mistakes With Spelling, Grammar, Or Punctuation

Typos ranging from simple spelling errors to major problems with punctuation or grammar can raise red flags for employers. It is extremely important not only to proofread your resume yourself but also to have someone else proofread it for you. Errors in your own work are easy to overlook since you are familiar with the content. When someone with fresh eyes reviews it, they can often spot errors that you didn’t see yourself. Talk to someone that you know who has good writing skills to see if they would be willing to read through the document for you. This is one of the best ways to avoid accidentally turning in a resume that is riddled with errors. Alternatively contact the best resume and CV writers in Melbourne to ensure your CV is error free.

2. Inaccurate, Exaggerated, Or False Information

Never lie or exaggerate information on your resume. If you do, it will almost always come back to bite you. Including anything false in your resume is a serious error. If anyone ever discovers that you falsified the information, it could not only cost you the job but it could also ruin your reputation. The risk is far too high to justify this type of action, no matter how much you think it may help you get the job.

3. Poorly Formatted Content

People in charge of hiring usually receive a lot of resumes for each position that they advertise. When they initially look through the stack of resumes, they usually skim through each one, deciding whether or not to give it further attention. If your resume is poorly formatted or if your content is presented in a way that is difficult to understand, they most likely will simply toss it away and move on to a different candidate instead.

4. Including Pointless Details

Your resume is supposed to be an overview of your experience – not a detailed record of everything that you have ever done in school or in your working life. Don’t include unnecessary information like the grades that you got in high school or jobs that you worked that are completely unrelated to the position. You should also only list your recent work experience, leaving off jobs that you had in the distant past.

5. Adding An Objective

Years ago, resumes were expected to have an objective statement at the top. Today, however, the format has changed. Instead of an objective statement, hiring managers are usually looking for an executive summary. Unlike an objective statement, which talks about what kind of job you are searching for, the summary briefly highlights the specific skills, knowledge, and experience that you bring to the table.

6. Including Information That Is Too Personal

In your resume, you should limit the personal information to your name, contact information, and email address,” said Reena Choudhary, Library Attendant, Insitute of Law, Kurukshetra University, India. “If you want, you can also include a link to your website or to your account on LinkedIn. Don’t include your mailing address, whether or not you are married, or any other demographic information.

7. Using An Unsuitable Email Address

The email address that you had when going to school may not be appropriate when applying for a professional position. Set up an email account that includes your name or that otherwise sounds professional that you can use when applying for jobs.

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