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Streamline Your Resume: Avoid These Common Mistakes
When crafting your first resume, a frequent misstep is overloading it with information. Many people feel compelled to list every experience they've had since birth, resulting in a lengthy document that often goes unread.
Key Considerations
Remember, your resume will likely receive only a 15 to 30-second glance from a Human Resources professional who reviews hundreds daily. Your goal is to convey all necessary information within that brief window.
What to Exclude from Your Resume
Certain details should generally be omitted, including:
- Your age or date of birth
- Religious or political affiliations
- Reasons for leaving your last job
- Your Social Security Number (SSN)
- Health restrictions or physical limitations
- Phrasing that includes "do not," "cannot," or "unable"
Age or Date of Birth
In the U.S., employers legally cannot inquire about your age, except to confirm if you are over 18 due to specific legal requirements. To avoid age bias, omit your high school graduation date or the years you obtained degrees.
Religious and Political Affiliations
Avoid specifying religious or political affiliations. However, highlighting community involvement or volunteer work can be positive. For example, mention charity work, but be cautious with potentially controversial affiliations.
Reasons for Leaving Previous Jobs
In today’s mobile workforce, a job tenure of two years is common. Avoid detailing conflicts with previous employers in your resume, as this may project a negative image. If an application requires you to explain leaving a job, a safe response is that you received a better opportunity, which can imply a variety of positive factors like improved conditions or growth prospects.
Social Security Number (SSN)
Refrain from including your SSN on resumes, except for federal civil service submissions. Sharing this information unnecessarily exposes you to the risk of identity theft, as resumes circulate widely and may fall into the wrong hands.
Health and Disabilities
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers generally can't inquire about your health status unless it's job-related. For instance, if a position requires lifting 50 pounds, they can ask about this specific ability but not about unrelated medical conditions, such as diabetes.
If applying outside the U.S., research your legal rights regarding health disclosures.
Marital Status
Avoid mentioning your marital status, as it can inadvertently affect your hireability, especially for single parents, due to perceived higher absenteeism. U.S. law prohibits queries about marital status or children during interviews, and you should not volunteer this information. If asked, a tactful response is, "Can you explain how this relates to the job?"
By focusing on these guidelines, you can create a concise and effective resume that highlights your qualifications without unnecessary distractions.
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