Do's and Dont's Resume

What is rule #1 of resume writing according to the text?

• Tailor and target your resume for each role you apply to

• Always use a one-page resume

• Include all your work experiences

• Use complex formatting to stand out

How can you optimize your resume for Applicant Tracking Systems?

• Use a variety of fonts to make it visually appealing

• Include as many keywords as possible, regardless of relevance

• Keep formatting simple and include relevant keywords

• Copy the job description's exact wording

What should you not include in your resume according to the text?

• Your contact information

• Anything confidential

• A detailed list of hobbies

• Soft skills

What is a recommended way to show off soft skills on a resume?

• Include a separate section for soft skills only

• Mention that references are available upon request

• Use data and examples to demonstrate soft skills

• List as many soft skills as possible

Why should you consider including volunteer or other non-work experience on your resume?

• Only volunteer experience related to the job should be included

• It's a requirement for most job applications

• It can show off other skills and bolster your resume

• It fills up space if you have a short work history

What is the only situation where an objective statement is necessary on your resume?

• When you're making a significant career change

• When you have no work experience

• When you're applying for a job in a creative field

• When you have more than 10 years of experience

What should you do if you have employment gaps in your resume?

• Be honest and confident when explaining them

• Leave the gaps without any explanation

• Only use years to show dates of employment

• Try to hide them using creative formatting

Why is it advised against using clichés or jargon on your resume?

• It makes your resume too long

• It can make recruiters think less of you

• Hiring managers are tired of seeing them

• It's considered unprofessional

What is the recommended length for a resume according to Google’s senior vice president of people operations?

• As long as necessary to include all relevant information

• Two pages, regardless of work experience

• No more than two pages under any circumstances

• One page for every 10 years of work experience

What should you do before sending your resume to an employer?

• Swap resumes with colleagues for feedback

• Make sure it's longer than one page

• Use more than two fonts for better readability

• Send it as a Word document