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The 7 Resume Myths
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| Myth #1 |
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When resumes are sent to people, they are read.
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| Reality |
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Because employers and recruiters are always swamped with resumes--during
good times as well as bad--most resumes only get glanced at. People just
don't have enough time to read each submission carefully.
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| Myth #2 |
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Accomplishments are the most important part of your resume.
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| Reality |
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The most important part of your resume is its introductory section. This is
your opportunity to make compelling statements about your background that
will hook readers into wanting to read your resume slowly and in its entirety.
With a skillfully worded introductory section, you'll be seen as a
choice applicant.
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| Myth #3 |
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Experience should always be presented in short sentences preceded by bullets.
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| Reality |
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While this is usually the best way to discuss your background, some job
hunters' resumes are stronger when they describe their background in
paragraph form and without bullets.
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| Myth #4 |
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Only chronological resumes earn interviews.
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| Reality |
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If you're seeking a career change, a chronological resume will actually hurt
your chances for setting up interviews. There are other types of presentations
that are much more effective.
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| Myth #5 |
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A resume should not include a job objective.
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| Reality |
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While the trend in resume writing is to omit an objective, there are instances
when it's absolutely essential to state the type of position you're seeking.
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| Myth #6 |
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A resume must be one page long.
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| Reality |
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Depending on the type of position you hold, a two- or three-page resume
might be more effective.
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| Myth #7 |
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A resume shouldn't contain personal information.
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| Reality |
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There are types of personal information that can make the difference between
being selected for interviews and being rejected.
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