Resumé Dos and Don'ts: Part 2

Welcome to part two of our ongoing series on the art of the resumé. In this post, we will list several more pieces of advice to help you make the most out of your resumé!

• Your resumé is not the same as your employment history. List jobs that are most relevant to the position for which you are applying for.
• Do NOT lie on your resumé. Although this may seem like common sense, our experience has revealed that it is not. Lying on your resumé is the quickest way to ensure you do not get the job. Even if you do get the job, this offense WILL lead to termination.
• When including a list of references (which should always appear on a separate document), only list professional, organizational and academic references. Personal references, such as family and friends, give the impression that you are unable to secure support from your peers.
• Be honest about gaps in employment. Certain gaps, such as those for education and service work, can be used to your advantage.
• If you are applying for an American job, do NOT include a picture with your resumé. Your work experience should speak for itself. However, in certain international markets inclusion of a picture is standard practice.

We hope you have found these tips helpful. Applying these guidelines to your resumé will ensure you have the best piece of work possible!

 

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