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What Not to Include When You're Writing a Resume

What Not to Include When You're Writing a Resume

What Not to Include When You're Writing a Resume

What Not to Include When You're Writing a Resume

By Alison Doyle

August 21, 2020

Originally Published Here

Summary

Because resumes are typically only one to two pages long, your resume should contain only information that relates to the job for which you are applying.

There is some information that should be included on every resume.

What Not to Include in Your Resume The Word "Resume" Do not label your resume, "Resume." One look at your resume, and the employer should know exactly what type of document it is.

Don't simply name your resume "Resume" when you save the file.

The Date You Wrote the Resume: Some people make the mistake of dating their resumes.

The employer does not need to know when you wrote your resume; the dates you include regarding past education and employment are the only dates you need to include.

Here's how: Career Summary Branding Statement Resume Profile More Things Not to Include on a Resume Personal pronouns Statements about your health Long descriptions Acronyms Street addresses for schools and employers Spelling and grammatical errors Exaggerations or mistruths Anything negative about yourself or an employer.

Reference

Doyle, A. (2020, August 21). Writing a Resume? Here's What Not to Include. Retrieved August 23, 2020, from https://www.thebalancecareers.com/what-not-to-include-in-your-resume-2063284