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when putting a resume together

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it can be tough figuring out what you should and shouldn't do

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that's why we've collected some common resume mistakes

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along with ways to avoid them

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This video focuses on resume mistakes in the U.S.

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So remember that best resume practices can vary

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depending on the country.

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First off, don't lie on your resume

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Because including false or misleading information

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Is unethical, and possibly illegal.

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Be honest up front, because hiring managers will

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most likely conduct a background check to confirm your

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credentials.

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Next, don't include references.

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As employers usually don't need them yet. And they waste

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valuable space. But when an employer

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Does ask for references, be sure you've listed them

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in a separate document, that can be submitted on demand.

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To keep your resume professional and easy to read,

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Don't use more than two fonts.

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When choosing your fonts, use ones that are

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Familiar and clear. Like Times New Roman or Tahoma.

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Unless your a graphic designer,

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don't use graphics of any kind, as an image on a

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Resume is generally considered unprofessional.

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Along with unusual formatting styles,

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graphics can also make your resume harder to read.

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In addition to graphics, it's best not to include a photo

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of yourself, unless it's required for the position.

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That way, your employer will consider you by your experience

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and skills, not your appearance.

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Don't include any personal information, such as your birthday,

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height and weight,

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health,

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marital status, or religion.

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This sort of info is usually considered unnecessary,

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and in more extreme cases, could even lead to

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discrimination.

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Finally, don't misspell anything.

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Misspelled words make you appear careless and unreliable.

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Always use a spell checker.

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And have at least two other people proofread your resume for

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errors.

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Now that you know how to avoid these common mistakes,

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you'll be better prepared for the job search.

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Goodwill Community Foundation, creating opportunities

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for a better life.