Resume Dos & Don’ts

Do

Keep to one or two pages depending on experience
Describe your main functions, not what you did incidentally
Emphasize those duties that are most relevant to your present application
Include any special recognition, accomplishments or projects you were involved with
Describe your former/current employer, including size of company, type of industry, etc.
Write about yourself in a positive light
Strive to be concise and target your information to the employer

Try to fit too much on the page. (Leave some space on the page)
List personal information such as marital status, race, age, etc.
Leave suspicious gaps in your Work History
Include salary requirements (leave that until an interview or later)
Put a photograph on your resume (even if you do have a scanner)
Use negative expressions or comments about previous employers
Include any health information
Include references (separate sheet please)
Include reasons for leaving a previous job (save your reasons for the interview)