The resume tips section includes templates, suggestions, and general rules to follow when putting together your resume. I can't overstate the importance of a professionally constructed resume when applying for your next job.

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Below is a list of the top ten things to keep in mind when putting together your resume…

10.) Keep it short. Ideally you want your resume to be no longer than one page. If you need to open up the margins, or shrink the font to make this happen—do it! Human Resource departments are busy, the easier you make their job…the better your odds.

9.) Spell Check. Again and again and again. Do you know the number one mistake made on resumes? People spell their name incorrectly. Ridiculous right? Don’t forget to re-read your resume at least three times before sending it in. If possible, have a friend look over it with fresh eyes.

8.) Font size. Never smaller than 10, never bigger than 12 (your name can be 14). The more standard the better when it comes to resumes. You are not looking to catch their eye with your size 28 font, instead keep it easy to read and impress them with your achievements.

7.) Font style. Times New Roman and Arial are the crowd favorites. If you feel like getting crazy perhaps you can go with Garamond or Verdana, but the really “fun” fonts are off limits. Keep in mind if you are attaching your resume to an email, the font you choose has to be compatible with the program they open it in. So stick to the basic font styles at all times.

6.) Bullets. Do not bullet everything. We all have this need to over bullet. I think it has to do with craving structure or maybe we just like pretty little circles, I just don’t know. Instead use invisible tables to outline and separate out sections, only bullet your “experience points” as a way of highlighting your past experience.

5.) Bolding. Again it’s important to not overdue it. Less is more. What you should bold depends on the criteria of the job you are applying for. If the job posting stressed a lot of experience, then bold the titles of your many job positions. If it stressed certain skills then bold the Skills & Expertise section. Play up the part most emphasized in the job posting.

4.) Keyword Stuffing. We all know the importance of this in the online space. Well the same rules that apply to content on a website apply to your resume. Find the words they are looking for in their next employee and work them into your past job experiences. It’s a way of catching their eye and playing up your past skills and current knowledge.

3.) Be honest. Do not lie. Do not even include little white lies. Nothing is more disappointing than making it to the interview process and than being called out for misleading HR. It makes them look silly and loses you any chance of landing the job.

2.) Always include “References upon Request.” A lot of job postings no longer demand them as part of the initial submission, but in putting this you are stating—“I have nothing to hide.” It’s a great way of planting the word “professional” in the mind of your next job prospect.

1.) Make sure your voice can be heard. Don’t over format or sterilize your resume. Although there are a million templates and word suggestions, it’s important to put your own words in there. Use the adjectives that YOU think best describe you, and have confidence that they will catch the eye of your future boss.