Does Your Resume Throw Up Red Flags

There are many reasons that resumes go in the trash can. Is your resume passing the recruiter's first scan or is it ending up in the "round file" before it ever gets thoroughly read?

This can happen if your resume is throwing up red flags, or glaring errors. During the first initial scan of a resume, the employer is looking for ANYTHING that will eliminate you from being further considered. If you have more than one typo, your resume is at risk for being eliminated.

If you have been sending out a lot of resumes, but not receiving any phone calls for interviews, there is a good reason for it. Most likely there is something wrong with your resume. The question becomes one of determining what is disqualifying you from making the desired impact you are trying to make on prospective employers.

Review your resume thoroughly. Are there any misspelled words? Is the format you are using easy to follow? Can the most important information be found easily?

Here is a list of things you must review:

1. not enough verifiable information
2. typos and spelling errors
3. too much information
4. resume is not targeted
5. inappropriate information
6. to many details
7. grammatical errors
8. credentials do not match the job opening

As you can see, there are many things that can land your resume in the "no" pile. Make sure that your resume avoids these mistakes and you will be much more likely to make a positive impression on the employer.

A hiring manager does not have a lot of time to review resumes. Most resumes initially do not get more than a cursory glance. Proofread and revise your resume as much as necessary to ensure that it presents your qualifications in the best possible way.

Avoid those unfortunate red flags and get that interview!

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