What Not to Put in a Resume, and Why

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Hunting for a job is nerve-wracking and challenging. Many parts go to presenting yourself to a prospective employer. The first step to opening the door is a solid resume. A resume shows off your relevant experience and tells the recruiter you’re the one for the job.

But there are pitfalls to writing a resume. Since it’s your first and sometimes only chance to shine, writing a resume correctly is imperative. But what can hurt you? What shouldn’t you put in a resume?

Hiring Managers Inundated With Resumes

The average hiring manager receives 250 resumes; only 2 percent are invited to interview. And up to 90 percent of employers use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage these applications. Artificial intelligence (AI) is often screening resumes.