Using a general resume.
DON’T DO IT! You cannot successfully use the same resume to apply to several different jobs.
Your resume should be custom written for each job you are targeting. When you send out something generic, it shows apathy and lack of motivation. This is NOT the impression you want to send to your potential employers.
Irrelevant content.
For example, if you are applying for an accounting position, don’t list your lifeguard position you held back in 1989.
Spouses, children, hobbies, and your favorite movie genre are also irrelevant tidbits that should remain private.
Creative fonts.
Even if your choice looks easy to read on your screen, it may not be on someone else’s screen. [Read more…] about Common Resume Mistakes