• Do tailor your resume to the specific job you're applying for.
• Do use a professional email address.
• Do include a summary or objective statement highlighting your key skills and career goals.
• Do use a clean and easy-to-read format with clear headings and bullet points.
• Do quantify your achievements with numbers and statistics wherever possible.
• Do include relevant keywords from the job description to pass through applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Do highlight your most relevant and recent work experience.
• Do use action verbs to start each bullet point in your work experience section.
• Do include any relevant certifications, licenses, or professional affiliations.
• Do provide links to your professional social media profiles, such as LinkedIn.
• Do list your education, including degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework.
• Do include any relevant volunteer work or extracurricular activities.
• Do use a consistent formatting style throughout your resume.
• Do include a skills section showcasing both hard and soft skills relevant to the job.
• Do use a professional font such as Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman.
• Do proofread your resume carefully for spelling and grammatical errors.
• Do keep your resume concise and limit it to one or two pages if possible.
• Do include relevant internships or apprenticeships.
• Do include any languages you speak fluently.
• Do include a section for professional achievements or awards.
• Do use reverse chronological order for listing your work experience.
• Do provide specific examples of your accomplishments rather than vague descriptions.
• Do quantify your results whenever possible to demonstrate your impact.
• Do include relevant keywords related to your industry and job role.
• Do customize your resume for each job application.
• Do use a professional and visually appealing layout.
• Do provide a link to your portfolio or samples of your work if applicable.
• Do use white space effectively to make your resume easy to scan.
• Do use a consistent date format for listing your work history.
• Do include any relevant professional development or training courses you've completed.
• Do include relevant industry-specific terminology.
• Do use metrics to showcase the results of your work.
• Do quantify your impact using percentages, numbers, or dollar amounts.
• Do use bullet points to make your resume easier to read.
• Do focus on achievements and contributions rather than job duties.
• Do include keywords related to your skills, experiences, and achievements.
• Do provide context for your accomplishments to help employers understand their significance.
• Do include a cover letter if the job application requires one.
• Do save your resume as a PDF (unless otherwise requested in a job advertisement) to preserve formatting.
• Do customize your resume for the specific company and position you're applying to.
• Do use a professional and appropriate tone throughout your resume.
• Do include relevant keywords from the job description to increase your chances of being noticed.
• Do proofread your resume multiple times to catch any errors.
• Do prioritize the most relevant information on your resume.
• Do include any relevant professional affiliations or memberships.
• Do provide contact information that is current and easily accessible.
• Do use a consistent formatting style for headings, bullet points, and spacing.
• Do include any relevant industry-specific software or tools you're proficient in.
• Do showcase your transferable skills if you're changing careers.
• Do focus on the value you can bring to the employer and why you're the best candidate for the job.
  

• Don't include personal information such as age, marital status, or race.
• Don't use an unprofessional email address.
• Don't include irrelevant work experience or hobbies.
• Don't use a font size smaller than 10pt.
• Don't use decorative fonts or excessive formatting.
• Don't include outdated or irrelevant skills.
• Don't include salary expectations or requirements.
• Don't use personal pronouns such as "I" or "me."
• Don't include references on your resume unless specifically requested.
• Don't list every job you've ever had, especially if they're not relevant to the position.
• Don't use slang or informal language.
• Don't include photos or graphics unless you're in a creative field and it's relevant.
• Don't exaggerate or lie about your qualifications or experiences.
• Don't include negative information about previous employers or experiences.
• Don't use generic or vague language in your summary or objective statement.
• Don't use a generic template without customizing it to fit your experience and skills.
• Don't include irrelevant personal interests or hobbies.
• Don't include long paragraphs of text; keep your points concise.
• Don't include your GPA unless you're a recent graduate and it is a respectable grade.
• Don't rely solely on spell check; proofread your resume carefully for errors.
• Don't use abbreviations or acronyms that are not universally understood.
• Don't include irrelevant personal information such as your height, weight, or health status.
• Don't include references available upon request; it's assumed you'll provide them if asked.
• Don't include high school information unless you're a recent graduate or it's relevant to the position.
• Don't include controversial or polarizing opinions or affiliations.
• Don't include irrelevant coursework or academic projects.
• Don't use unprofessional or informal email greetings.
• Don't include outdated or obsolete technology skills.
• Don't include overly personal information such as your religious or political views.
• Don't include irrelevant social media profiles or personal websites.
• Don't include outdated or irrelevant contact information.
• Don't include salary information from previous jobs unless specifically requested.
• Don't include irrelevant or outdated professional affiliations.
• Don't use unprofessional language or slang in your descriptions.
• Don't include unnecessary graphics or images that distract from the content.
• Don't include overly personal details about your family or personal life.
• Don't use a font size larger than 12pt for body text.
• Don't include vague or generic statements about your skills or experiences.
• Don't use excessive jargon or industry-specific terminology that may not be understood by all readers.
• Don't include your full address; typically, city and state are sufficient.
• Don't include hobbies or interests that are not relevant to the job.
• Don't include irrelevant personal achievements or awards.
• Don't include outdated or irrelevant software skills.
• Don't include salary information from previous jobs unless explicitly requested.
• Don't include personal information that could lead to bias or discrimination.
• Don't include irrelevant or outdated training courses.
• Don't include overly long or complex sentences.
• Don't include negative language or self-deprecating statements.
• Don't include irrelevant or outdated professional references.
• Don't include information that may be considered discriminatory or biased.



Keeping these do's and don'ts in mind will help you create a polished and professional resume that effectively showcases your qualifications and experiences to potential employers.