How To Write an Error-Free Resume

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Your resume is often your first impression on a potential employer. With some careful planning you can make sure it's a good one.

To complete this How-To you will need:

A computer
A word-processing program
A printer
Cotton paper
A reader
A job description (optional)
A career services office (optional)

Step 1: Use spell and grammar check

Create your resume and use the spell and grammar check functions on your word processing program to catch any obvious typos or mistakes.

Step 2: Print a copy of your resume

Print a copy of your resume and read it carefully. Be sure that all of your contact information and job history data is correct.

Tip: Take your time as you read through the resume. Don't wait until the last minute when you might be in a rush and overlook mistakes.

Step 3: Correct spelling and grammar mistakes

Correct spelling and grammar mistakes that your computer may have missed. Read your resume in reverse to help you focus on the spelling of each word.

Step 4: Read your resume out loud

Read your resume aloud. Be sure that your words don't sound awkward and that you are using action words and keywords throughout your resume.

Tip: Read the description for the job you want and be sure that your resume clearly reflects how you fit the qualifications. Use keywords from the job description in your resume.

Step 5: Be consistent in formatting

Examine the appearance of your resume. Make sure you use uniform, corresponding fonts and sizes and that your resume is consistent. Make sure that light and dark space is balanced throughout.

Step 6: Have someone read your resume

Have a friend or colleague read your resume to check for mistakes that you might have missed.

Tip: Consult your college's career services office for resume proofreading assistance. Their services are usually available for current students and alumni.

Step 7: Take a break and reread

Take a break for several hours or a whole day if you can. Then, re-examine your resume one last time. Now you can send it to employers knowing that it is error-free and that you will make a great first impression.

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[xXxtomboygirlyxXx]

you will need a computer...

then how the f*ck am i watching this

[NevaehBeatez]

Who the FK uses word on a mac?

[omega4chimp]

why cant people make Handwritten resume?especially for like stupid jobs like working for a moving company.

[Dlofy1]

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[Dlofy1]

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[hairypitz123]

For people who don't know, "Alumni" means graduated.

[CdnHeadHunter]

As a recruiter I certainly appreciate a well written resume. The best idea I heard in this video was "reading it backwards". Good call.

[Leono182]

es bueno, saludos desde Chile

in South America