Dos and Don’ts of Resume Writing: PART 2

Read on for more tips on how to write the perfect resume. To read PART 1, click here.

6. Stick to the facts

Besides not lying on your resume, this point also relates to providing tangible factual information rather than subjective opinion. While it is good to include a statement at the beginning sharing who you are, employers want to see evidence. Accountable facts like how much money you made or saved the company, the number of projects you managed etc is more impressive than subjective waffle.

7. Be Brief and Simple

Employer tend to scan through a resume, then when something stands out and catches their eyes they will read this area. So be strategic about what you include.

8. Don’t Add References Unless Asked

These days there is no need to add references unless the employer has requested them. This will leave you valuable space to include details about yourself. However, if the employer does request references, then you should add the references on an additional page.

7. Think twice about including past responsibilities and duties

Detailing all of your responsibilities and tasks in your last job makes for dull reading. Employers want to read about your accomplishments and what you can offer their company. Therefore, focus on your achievements and successes.

8. Get a professional sounding email address

Make sure your email address is professional and not the one you used as a teenager. Addresses like flirtymale@yahoo.com or partyanimal@hotmail.com are not going to make the impression you are looking for.

Read on for more tips on how to write the perfect resume. To read PART 1, click here.