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40 Resume Blunders to Dodge for a Winning Job Application π«βοΈπ
Spelling and grammar errors: π«π
Using an unprofessional email address: π§β
Not tailoring the resume to the job: π€·ββοΈπ
Including irrelevant work experience: π«πΌ
Using an unclear format: π§©π€·ββοΈ
Writing in long paragraphs: ππ§±
Excessive length: ππ°οΈ
Including outdated or irrelevant information: πβ
Listing job duties instead of accomplishments: ππ’
Using clichΓ©s and buzzwords: π¬π
Providing too much personal information: ππ ββοΈ
Using an overly complex design: π¨π€―
Using a font that is hard to read: ποΈπ«
Omitting important contact information: ππ§β
Not including a LinkedIn profile link: ππ€
Sending a generic cover letter: ππ₯
Lying or exaggerating: π€₯β
Focusing on job duties from decades ago: β³π
Using the same resume for every application: ππ
Using unprofessional language: π£οΈπ€¬
Including irrelevant hobbies and interests: π―π«
Not quantifying achievements: π’π
Including references on your resume: ππ₯
Including salary information: π²β
Using jargon or acronyms that might not be understood: π€π«
Writing in the third person: π€π
Using unprofessional social media links: ππ
Not including relevant keywords: ππ«
Not showcasing soft skills: ππ€·ββοΈ
Writing too much or too little: ππ
Not including a professional summary: ππ€
Using an outdated resume format: ππ
Overdesigning your resume: π¨π οΈ
Listing all jobs from your entire career: ποΈπ
Using unprofessional language or email etiquette in your job application email: π§π€¬
Not quantifying your achievements: π’π
Including unrelated references: πβ
Not proofreading the resume: π§π
Neglecting to use action verbs: πββοΈπ
Not being honest about employment gaps: π€₯β