Items of Controversy - Avoid listing political
affiliation, controversial employers or activities, or religious
beliefs. Follow this rule unless you are applying for a political,
activist, or religious job.
Personal
Information - Listing your age, height, weight, race,
ethnicity, or marital status is not necessary. It may provide open
invitations for discrimination.
Personal
References - Remove personal references from your resume. It
is assumed you have references.
Salary
Requirements - Do not mention your salary desires or wage
history.
Errors - Check your resume
several times for accuracy, consistency, correct use of grammar, and
spelling. Stick with a single verb tense. Have someone proofread
your resume.
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