How to write a resume

Gaps in your resumé…

Myth: If there are gaps in your resumé (such as travel), you can always explain…

Oh well…Mistakes happen

Myth: Resumés or cover letters with typos or grammatical errors are no big deal...mistakes happen.…

One Resumé…all you need?

Myth: One resumé works for all opportunities. Reality: Your resumé must relate to the job…

References from former employers can only confirm employment.

Myth: References from former employers can only confirm employment. Reality: References are an important part…

Look at my resumé…I can do anything.

Myth: Your resumé should indicate you're great at everything. Reality: Have you ever seen a…

All you really need is a ‘great’ resumé.

Myth: A great resumé will get you a job. Reality: A great resumé will get…

Customizing your resumé is important

Myth: The employer will be smart enough to realize that your experience is very close…

Your Career Objective…Important part of your resumé?

Myth: Career objectives are not as important as the content of your resumé. Reality: Your…

Is a “profile” on your resumé really necessary?

Myth: You don’t need a “summary” or “profile” section on your resumé. Reality: A summary…

Put everything you can on your resumé.

Myth:  A resumé is an historical document 'for the record.' Reality: Your resumé is not…