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	Common mistakes while preparing a Resume

nancymarshal

6-26-2009 11:57 PM

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Read this article on some of the most common mistakes that you should avoid while preparing a resume or CV.

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                                  <SPAN>Attaching photos - unless the position specifically requires
                                      it, never do it!
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                                  <SPAN>Stating salary information - this can only be used to reject
                                      your application.
                               If an advertisement specifically requests salary information,
                                      put it in your cover letter.
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                                  <SPAN>Overstating your abilities - don't describe a particular skill as "excellent" when you should be putting something like "good working knowledge".
                                      In a bid to impress, candidates often overstate their 
                               capabilities.
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                                  <SPAN><SPAN> </SPAN>Unexplained
                                      gaps in your career history.
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                                  <SPAN>Wasting time and space elaborating on non-relevant academic
                                      or career details if they're not pertinent to the job in question.
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