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10 Resume Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
What should be avoided on a resume?
5 min readFeb 1, 2024
Your resume is the first impression you make on a potential employer, and often the one that determines whether you land an interview. In today’s competitive job market, even a single misstep can push your application to the bottom of the pile. This article delves into the 10 most common resume mistakes and provides actionable advice on how to avoid them, ensuring your resume shines and gets you noticed.
1. Generic Resumes That Lack Focus
Rationale:
Sending a generic resume to every position shows a lack of effort and tailoring, failing to convince hiring managers you’re genuinely interested in their specific role and company.
Example:
A marketing applicant uses the same resume for a social media manager position and a copywriter role, highlighting identical skills and…
