Five Mistakes You Should Avoid On Your Resume

Crafting the perfect resume can be a challenging task. It requires a lot of time and thought to create an ideal one. However, there are some things that you should avoid including in your resume as they could harm your job search. To help you, we have compiled a list of the top mistakes you should avoid when creating your resume.

Remove Objectives And Mission Statements

Including a career objective on your resume is only necessary if you are changing industries. Your resume should be concise and straightforward. Objectives tend to occupy too much space on a resume and are usually unnecessary when applying for jobs.

Irellevant Personal Information

Including your birth date, marital status, and religious affiliation in your resume is unnecessary unless they are directly relevant to the position you’re applying for. Employers may even misinterpret this information.

Refrain From Dishonesty

Removing false information or exaggerations from your resume as soon as possible is essential. If you’re caught lying, it could seriously damage your reputation. Additionally, if you’re hired for a job you’re not qualified for, you’ll waste your employer’s time and yours.

Time Away from Work

Suppose you have taken an extended break due to a hiatus, vacation, childbirth, or an emergency. In that case, it is advisable to leave it off your resume, as it is irrelevant to your new application and may distract from the critical elements of your resume.

 An Inappropriate Email Address

You should create a professional email address for work communications. Even if you still use a silly email address for personal purposes, avoid using it for job applications.

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