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September 12, 2022


WHAT YOU SHOULD EXCLUDE ON YOUR RESUME TO BE A STAND OUT

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Whether you are new to the job market or you have been looking for some time –
you are most likely competing with hundreds of other applicants for each
position. Employers are often stretched with limited time to review each
application. Making the best impression possible will help you make the cut.

If you are applying online, your profile is typically saved in the company’s
applicant tracking system (ATS). Most often, hiring managers, HR, or talent
acquisition will first search the ATS for resumes that match the most keywords
from the position’s requirements. Now, your resume is on the short list of
profiles to review. With an average six-second attention span for each resume in
the second round, you want to be sure you don’t include anything that will
detract from your qualifications. What should you leave out?

Consider the following resume tips and advice to help ensure your resume avoids
the “NO” pile.


REMOVE THE JOB OBJECTIVE STATEMENT

Replace the traditional job objective statement with a career summary or career
statements custom to the position you are applying for. This helps the hiring
team understand quickly how you can make an impact. Update your resume and start
with a short paragraph that highlights why you are the best candidate for the
position you’re applying for. Summarize your relevant accomplishments and
qualifications in the career summary section and go bold. This is your
opportunity to shine!


YOU DON’T NEED A HEADSHOT

Unless you are applying for a position in arts & entertainment that specifically
requires a headshot, it’s no longer necessary and could deter the resume reader
from moving you forward. Including an image file within your resume document may
cause an error in the upload of your resume to the ATS. If the document makes it
through the ATS upload with your headshot, you risk the chance unconscious bias
could remove you from consideration. Land an interview knowing you were chosen
for your experience and skill set. 


AVOID GRAMMATICAL AND SPELLING ERRORS

As tempting as it may be to apply quickly to a position when it opens using the
same resume for each opening, slowing down will help improve your changes.
Tailor your resume for each position and make time to proofread. If possible,
asking someone to proofread for you will reduce any spelling or grammar
mistakes. Printing out the resume and reviewing the hard copy can help as well.
Spelling and grammar software tools are useful but may not catch spelling errors
such as “manger” for “manager”. 

At any rate, you’ll want to foolproof your resume by avoiding any grammatical or
spelling errors that might slip through the editing process. Putting your best
foot forward with a proofed resume reiterates your eye for detail. Make sure
your resume reflects your most polished and professional image with an
error-free presentation.


REMOVE IRRELEVANT HOBBIES AND ACTIVITIES

Applying for a position with an outdoor products company and kayaking is your
favorite hobby? Applying for a position with a museum and volunteered with the
museum’s foundation? Including your personal interest or community volunteering
activity on your resume makes sense. These details are indicative of your
commitment. However, listing hobbies or interests unrelated to the company or
position you are applying for could distract from your professional experience.
If your hobbies and personal activities are relevant, keep this section brief
and toward the end of your resume. 

Other Unnecessary Content

Often, you are providing your mailing address and contact information in an
application with your resume. So, keeping your resume contact information to
your email address, LinkedIn page, city, and state streamlines and creates more
space for relevant content.

Irrelevant employment history older than 15 years can also be removed or
reduced. This will give the resume reviewer more time to focus on the recent,
relevant skills and experience you bring to the table.

Make your resume perform its best by including relevant content that highlights
your qualifications, skill set, and experience. You’ll catch a hiring manager’s
eye when you exclude what’s unnecessary and focus on putting yourself in the
spotlight where you can shine! 

Partnering with a recruiter specializing in your area of focus will give you
updated, unbiased resume advice tailored to your search. AccruePartners employs
subject-matter expert recruiters in the following areas:


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