Have you wondered why you aren’t getting called in for job interviews? You’ve read the job posting, believe you’re qualified for the position, written your resume, and applied. Yet, you never hear a peep back from the employer. Why? Well, there could be some serious problems with your resume.
Today, we’ll go over nine common mistakes you may be making on your resume, and why you must fix them if you’re looking for a new job. You see, by addressing these common mistakes right now, you’re upping your chances at landing that sought after interview… putting you one step closer to getting hired.
Now, once your resume mistakes are fixed (whether you have them or not), you should head over to FindYourJobNow.com.
We have relationships with thousands of employers all across the country who are looking to hire candidates, for almost any position, in almost any industry…almost immediately!
But before they consider you for the position, you’re going to need to submit your resume. And that resume should not have any of the common mistakes listed below.
Here they are:
Bad grammar and typos: If a hiring manager sees you aren’t taking the time to spellcheck your resume, chances are they’ll think you won’t take the time to learn your job correctly. Spellcheck is your friend. Use it.
A lack of relevant keywords: Many employers use software to screen/filter resumes even before a hiring manager sees them. Be sure you’re using keywords that match the job description. You’re upping your chances of getting past the filters.
Non customization: You may be sending the same resume out to a number of employers. This is a mistake. You should customize your resume to each job you’re applying for… and be sure to use those keywords found in the job description.
You’re not highlighting your accomplishments: Employers want to know about more than just your skills or education. They want to know what you’ve actually accomplished in previous jobs. Be sure to highlight them.
Too much over-irrelevancy: Again, read the job description carefully. There’s no need to include irrelevant information in your resume. Sharing too much about yourself should wait until the “informal’ part of a job interview, where you may be asked about hobbies and such. Keep your resume singularly focused on the job you’re applying for.
Your resume is poorly formatted and hard to read: Use a format and font that’s simple to read, isn’t cluttered and allows for a quick read by the hiring manager. Don’t try to “cram” too much into your resume. Again, keep it job specific.
Your email address: Atop your resume should be your contact information. If you’re using a lude or unprofessional email address, hiring managers may not feel comfortable contacting you, no matter what your skillsets are. If need be, set up a new, professional email address for your job hunt.
Explain your gaps. If you’ve taken some time between jobs, that’s perfectly fine, and perfectly normal. However, you should explain your gaps.
Don’t be inconsistent or lie. Having inconsistent job titles or timelines makes you look like you’re not well organized. Worse, lying on your resume (especially an obvious fib) will get you nowhere. Check your timelines and never lie.
While some, or all, of these mistakes may seem obvious, you’ll want to be certain you’re not making any of them. So, double check your resume, fix any mistakes you may have and head over to FindYourJobNow.com.
We have thousands of employers who are actively looking to hire. And chances are, there’s a great job out there for you.
Good luck!