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Saturday, August 1, 2015

Resume Preparation Do's and Don'ts for Job-Seekers



Here are the keys to successfully preparing and writing a strong and focused job-search resume. Following these simple rules and guidelines (key do's and don'ts) should help job-seekers achieve success in this important phase of job-hunting.

Do's in Resume Writing
  • Have a good and relevant career objective.
  • Keep the resume simple and short.
  • Be truthful and provide complete academic and personal background along with experience.
  • Ensure it is targeted to the specific job or career area for which you are applying and bring out the relevant skills you have to offer.
  • Ensure it is carefully and clearly laid out: logically ordered, easy to read and not cramped.
  • Ensure it is informative nut concise.
  • Ensure it is accurate in content, spelling and grammar. If you mention attention to detail as a skill, make sure your spelling and grammar is perfect! 

Don'ts in Resume Writing 
How easy is it to identify incorrect information provided by candidates and does your organization check for inconsistencies in information provided in the Resume?
·         Do not include salary details.
·         Never fake information on the Resume
·         Do not appear boastful.
·         Resume should not be too long.
·         Do not highlight duties instead of accomplishments.
·         Do not sate religion and political affiliations.
·         Resume should not be Written in Title case.
·         Refrain from using flowery language, fancy fonts and bright colored paper. Your resume should look mature and professional. Let the content do the talking. Do not use word, "I" Repeatedly.
·         It is advised not to use slang or abbreviations in your resume. This creates a negative impact on the recruiter.
·         Do not include irrelevant facts in your resume which have no connection with your career achievements. A potential employer will not be interested in how many children and or brothers you have.

Please read :-
How to prepare for anInterview

What is a Resume Structure?

Common Mistakes at Interviews 


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