Do's & Don'ts of Writing a Resume
The Do's of Writing a Resume
✅ I have provided up-to-date contact information in my personal information section.
✅ I have an appropriate voicemail message that I am regularly checking. Also, I am checking my email account often, including my spam folder.
✅ I have included some information on my education and past training.
✅ I have accurately described my past achievements.
✅ I have ensured that my Resume Summary or Profile highlights how I meet the essential qualifications of the position I am applying.
✅ I or someone I know has reviewed the content for grammatical or spelling errors. I have ensured that I am using the proper language setting on my word processer program (e.g., American English versus British English).
✅ I have included a cover letter with my resume.
✅ I have printed a hardcopy of my resume and scanned it to ensure the information is presented consistently.
The Don'ts of Writing a Resume
❎ I have not included a photograph of myself unless I apply for a job in acting or modeling.
❎ I have not included other personal information, such as:
- age
- date of birth
- weight, height or another health status, such as being pregnant
- insurance number
- gender
- religion or race
- country of origin
- immigration status
❎ I have not included high school information unless I am currently attending secondary school.
❎ I have not included the addresses of my former employers.
❎ I have not included hobbies, courses or activities that have nothing to do with the job I am applying.
❎ I have not included salary expectations.
❎ I have not indicated a reason for changing jobs or for leaving a previous employer.
❎ I have not included the names of references. This can go in a separate document and can be sent when request.
❎ I have not included information on my children.
❎ I have not dated or signed my resume.
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