Five Resume Don'ts Ames IA

You’re probably accustomed to reading about everything that you should remember to do when writing your resume. But it’s always good to keep in mind that there are some things you should also shy away from.

So before you write your next resume, take a look at these 5 resume don’ts. This way, you can avoid some very common by often harmful errors associated with resume writing.

Don’t #1 – Lying Isn’t Cool

You probably already know that lying anywhere on your resume is something you should stay far away from. But in the event that you’re thinking about stretching the truth about a company that you’ve worked for, or the level of responsibility that you were given, think twice. In addition to being able to call a company to check the validity of the information you’ve listed, there are tons of software programs available that keep record of where you’ve worked and for how long.

Don’t #2 – No Negativity Please

While you may feel that a little bitter that your previous manager wasn’t very nice, it’s good to refrain from mentioning these feelings in your resume. Remember, the company you’re looking to work for is an employer too, so they may be a little sensitive to hearing negative information about employers in general.

Don’t #3 – Avoid Slang or Jargon

As you probably already know, including slang in your resume is a pretty big no-no. There’s nothing wrong with speaking a certain way around your friends and family, but this relaxed form of communication doesn’t go over well in professional documentation.

Also, it may be tempting to fill up your resume with all sorts of technical jargon that you feel will impress a prospective employer. But you may find that you can instead annoy the person reading your resume if they have to get online to look up the meaning of every other word you’ve written. So unless you’re sure that the prospective employer will understand it, try to avoid the technical jargon.

Don’t #4 – Exclude “Duh” Information

Over time, recruiters and hiring managers grow accustomed to making certain assumptions when reviewing resumes. They assume that you’re hoping to get a job out of the deal and will fulfill most any criteria necessary to make the application process flow smoothly. This includes making yourself available for your interview and providing references if necessary. So when writing your resume, the statements “Available for interview” or “References are available upon request” are considered “duh” information. They already assume these ideas are true, so you don’t have to go through the trouble of including them on your resume.

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