Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid Before Sending Your Resume

Even 1 mistake means rejection!

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Always tailor it to the role

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Recruiters want skills, not hobbies.

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ATS won’t pick your resume

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Keep it max 1-2 pages.

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Use firstname.lastname@email.com

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No phone/email = No interview!

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Keep it simple & readable.

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Show results, not just tasks.

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Always send PDF, not Word.

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Even 1 mistake means rejection!

Spelling & Grammar Error

1

Always tailor it to the role

Using One Resume for All Job

2

Recruiters want skills, not hobbies.

Adding Irrelevant Detail

3

ATS won’t pick your resume

No Keywords from Job Description

4

Keep it max 1-2 pages.

Too Long Resume

5

Use firstname.lastname@email.com

Unprofessional Email Addre

6

No phone/email = No interview!

Missing Contact Detail

7

Keep it simple & readable.

Using Fancy Fonts & Color

8

Show results, not just tasks.

No Achievements, Only Dutie

9

Always send PDF, not Word.

Sending Wrong File Format

10