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Simple mistakes you’re making on your résumé

Common résumé mistakes
Too long
Too short
Errors & typos
Outdated information
Telling lies
Strange font choices
Not tailoring for each position
Exaggerating your skills
Picking the wrong design
Bad formatting
Not including a personal profile
Generic personal profile
Not mentioning specific results
Including the wrong interests/hobbies
Not filling in gaps
Leaving off helpful information
Including a headshot
Using an unprofessional email address
Bad use of colour
Making it too technical
Writing in third person
Poor choice of file name
Not being cautious with social media
Poor choice of language
Not sending a cover letter alongside
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Common résumé mistakes

When it comes to job interviews, we've all heard that first impressions are key. Well, as it turns out, the same goes for your résumé. A recent eye-tracking study by career site Ladders Inc. found that recruiters spend just seven seconds scanning a CV. With such a small amount of time to impress, it's vital to avoid mistakes that could cost you the chance of getting your dream job. Click or scroll through to find out 25 of the most common.
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Amy Palmer

17 January 2020

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