Tips on how to write a resume
* Don't attach 6 letters of recommendation, your diploma, your birth certificate, and your CPR and fitness certifications. Indicate your current certifications and note that references are available upon request.
* Although in some cultures, it's customary to list your age, marital status, and family status, it isn't common in the United States. If you think age is important, you can allude to it with the year you graduated college or high school. Otherwise, these dates aren't necessary.
* In some countries (like Germany) you have to include a photograph with your application. In others, like the US and Canada, including a photo will immediatedly disqualify you. This just goes to show how important it is to reseach the local culture if you apply for a job in another country.
* Put your educational details in before your employment details, with the most recent first on both of them.
* Detail your duties within each position but don't go overboard.
* Highlight your expertise in software programmes and/or any other particular skills that will impress the interviewer.
* Listing personal hobbies is optional, but make sure they are sending the right impression. In other words, you might want to mention your stamp collection if you're applying for a job at a delivery company, but don't include Monday night football at Hooters.
* Be careful about listing volunteer activities. When you start listing things that tie you to political and other emotionally charged organizations, you might get put in a bucket of preconceived notions. It's not right, but everyone has biases and it is better to avoid them if possible.
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