18 Things Successful Job Seekers Avoid

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RESUME DON’TS!

Your resume can determine your whole career path, so you have to make it is as strong as possible. Follow these resume tips for the things you do NOT want to do when it comes to your resume!

Don’t Lie or Exaggerate

Lying or exaggerating about your experience or education may come back to bite you.  If you do not have a certain skill or experience, do not try to fake it.

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Don’t Use First Person

Don’t use first person (I, me, we) or third person (he, she, they; him, her, them) pronouns on your resume. Your resume should have no pronouns on it at all.

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Don’t Use Slang

Your resume is a professional document.  It’s not the right place to use casual language, slang, or text-speak such as “lol” or “cuz.”

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Don’t Include Unnecessary Personal Information

Your birthday, social security number, marital status, and race do not belong on your resume.  Including these can easily lead to discrimination.

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Don’t Use a Complex Format or Hard to Read Fonts

It’s okay to put a little design or personality into your resume, but keep it simple and easy to read.

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Don’t Copy the Exact Wording

You should use the keywords and language from the job description or ad but don’t copy it word for word.  You will look lazy and it suggests that you might steal or plagiarize other people’s work.

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Don’t Use an Unprofessional Email Address

It’s hard to take skaterdude420@aol.com or catluverrrrr@gmail.com seriously.

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Don’t Go Overboard

Your resume is not a list of every single job you’ve ever had or every course you’ve ever taken. Keep it focused, and aim for 1-page.

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Don’t Forget Your Other Experiences

Volunteer work, co-op placements, internships (paid or unpaid), extra-curriculard, and even your side hustle can be included on your resume – if they are relevant.

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