Typos and grammatical errors: Hiring managers will toss a resume in the trash for a single misplaced comma.
Inconsistent formatting: Once you set your margins and font size, make sure you stick to it throughout the entire resume.
Citing job duties instead of results: Some candidates simply list their responsibilities when it’s much better to highlight the results with quantifiable metrics.
Not tailoring the resume to the role: There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all resume anymore. Failing to customize it for each application is an oversight.
Exaggerating or lying about experience: Advocating for yourself is great — lying is not. Always tell the truth on your resume.