Delete These From Your Resume

Your resume is tight on space. So keep it short and simple and only include the most relevant and important information. Focus on achievements and get rid of any unnecessary extra details that don't directly support your qualifications to land the interview.

Here’s what to avoid.

LONG PARAGRAPHS

Organize your resume well for readability. Use bullet points to highlight key skills and match job requirements. Avoid non-text content as automated systems may not process it. Focus on keywords from the job description.

NON-PROFESSIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION

Non-professional email addresses can give an unprofessional impression and may work against you. Stick to an email address that uses your name or initials.

(TOO MUCH) PERSONAL INFORMATION

Stick to job-relevant information on your resume. Briefly mention significant experiences that shaped your career path, but save personal details for the interview. Avoid including family, religious, or political information unless directly relevant.

YOUR AGE

It’s best not to provide any information that could work against you in the hiring process. It’s acceptable to exclude references to your age as much as possible. If the role has age-related requirements, simply state that you meet them without providing additional details.

YOUR HIGH SCHOOL AND PRIMARY INFORMATION

It's generally best to focus on your college and post-secondary education, rather than including details about high school or primary school. Unless there is a specific reason the earlier education is relevant, it’s typically not necessary to include those details.

IRRELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Focus on including only the most relevant work experience and omit irrelevant jobs or roles. Including irrelevant work experience can take up valuable resume space and distract from the qualifications that make you the best fit for the position. Highlight the experience and skills that directly align with the job you are applying for.

DETAILED HOBBY DESCRIPTION

Including relevant hobbies and interests can be beneficial, but keep this section concise. Avoid listing hobbies or interests that could undermine your professional application. The more professional work experience you have, the less relevant hobbies and interests may be to include.