Avoid these common resume mistakes that cause recruiters to reject perfectly qualified candidates.
A single typo can eliminate you. Proofread multiple times and ask someone else to review your resume.
Create a professional email address. 'partyguy@email.com' will not get you hired.
Remove high school details, hobbies, and outdated skills. Focus on what matters for the role.
Recruiters scan resumes in seconds. Use bullet points, short sentences, and plenty of white space.
Do not just describe your job. Quantify your impact. 'Increased sales by 30%' beats 'Responsible for sales.'
Replace 'Seeking a challenging position' with a tailored professional summary that adds value.
Always send PDF unless asked otherwise. Word documents may render differently on different devices.
Background checks reveal the truth. Honesty is always the best policy on your resume.
Double check your phone number and email. It is surprisingly common to have a typo in contact details.
A generic resume for every application rarely works. Customize for each role.